little auk

/ˌlɪdl ˈɔk/
IPA guide

Other forms: little auks

Definitions of little auk
  1. noun
    small short-billed auk abundant in Arctic regions
    synonyms: Plautus alle, dovekie
    see moresee less
    type of:
    auk
    black-and-white short-necked web-footed diving bird of northern seas
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘little auk'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family