swan

Speech parts

1. swan - Noun

2. swan - Verb

3. Swan - Proper noun

Meaning

Any one of numerous species of large aquatic birds belonging to Cygnus, Olor, and allied genera of the subfamily Cygninae. They have a large and strong beak and a long neck, and are noted for their graceful movements when swimming. Most of the northern species are white. In literature the swan was fabled to sing a melodious song, especially at the time of its death.

Fig.: An appellation for a sweet singer, or a poet noted for grace and melody; as Shakespeare is called the swan of Avon.

The constellation Cygnus.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

rove tramp vagabond ramble range cast roll assert drift verify swear affirm stray wander aver

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Antonyms

hare hie bolt muse boogie dart

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Hypernyms

move travel sail declare sweep go

Hyponyms

gad maunder take hold claim tell

Phrases with the word

swan song swan orchid swan-flower Swan River daisy swan fidelity a swan

Anagrams

sawn snaw NASW NWSA

Examples

Before God I swear I am innocent Source: Internet

The gypsies roamed the woods Source: Internet

roving vagabonds Source: Internet

the wandering Jew Source: Internet

The cattle roam across the prairie Source: Internet

the laborers drift from one town to the next Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

Swampy Cree swampy region swamy swan boat Swan Creek swan dive