Meaning

2 senses
  1. Barn swallow (Hirundo rustica)

  2. Chimney swift (Chaetura pelagica)

More definitions
  • common swallow of North America and Europe that nests in barns etc.
  • American swift that nests in e.g. unused chimneys

Forms

plural: chimney swallows
Singularchimney swallow
Pluralchimney swallows

regular

Synonyms

4 synonyms
Close in meaning
  • common swallow of North America and Europe that nests in barns etc.:barn swallowHirundo rustica
  • American swift that nests in e.g. unused chimneys:chimney swiftChateura pelagica

See also

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