apteryx

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/ˈæp.tər.ɪks/

noun
A flightless bird from New Zealand

apteryx in a sentence

  • “The apteryx is known as a kiwi.”
  • “In remote forests, the apteryx quietly roams as a unique kiwi.”
  • “In New Zealand, the apteryx stealthily forages under fern canopies.”

What does “apteryx” mean?

apteryx (noun) means a flightless bird from New Zealand. It is pronounced /ˈæp.tər.ɪks/. Vocaby pairs the definition with audio and real example sentences so the word is easy to remember — and brings it back for review right before you'd forget it.

Frequently asked questions

What does "apteryx" mean?
apteryx (noun) means: A flightless bird from New Zealand
How do you pronounce "apteryx"?
"apteryx" is pronounced /ˈæp.tər.ɪks/ in IPA. You can tap to hear it spoken aloud in the Vocaby app.
How do you use "apteryx" in a sentence?
Here is "apteryx" used in a sentence: The apteryx is known as a kiwi.

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