sand martin

/ˌsæn(d) ˈmɑrtn/
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Other forms: sand martins

Definitions of sand martin
  1. noun
    swallow of the northern hemisphere that nests in tunnels dug in clay or sand banks
    synonyms: Riparia riparia, bank martin, bank swallow
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    type of:
    martin
    any of various swallows with squarish or slightly forked tail and long pointed wings; migrate around Martinmas
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