clapper rail
clap·per rail
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [klap-er reyl]
- /ˈklæp ər reɪl/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [klap-er reyl]
- /ˈklæp ər reɪl/
Definition of clapper rail words
- noun clapper rail a long-billed rail, Rallus longirostris, of coastal marshes of the Americas, having a harsh, cackling cry. 1
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Origin of clapper rail
First appearance:
before 1805 One of the 41% newest English words
An Americanism dating back to 1805-15
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Parts of speech for Clapper rail
noun
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clapper rail popularity
This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 27% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.
According to our data about 71% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
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