willet Meaning & Definition
What Does Willet Mean?
As a noun, willet means Tringa semipalmata (or formerly Catoptrophorus semipalmatus), a large shorebird in the family Scolopacidae.
Willet: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | catoptrophorus semipalmatus |
| Plural | willets |
Willet Definition (Noun)
- Tringa semipalmata (or formerly Catoptrophorus semipalmatus), a large shorebird in the family Scolopacidae.
Noun
- Tringa semipalmata or Catoptrophorus semipalmatus, a large shorebird.
Synonyms of Willet
Willet synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
willet (plural willets)
Words That Rhyme With Willet
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Origin of Willet
Onomatopoeic, from the bird's cry ("pill-will-willet").
Frequently Asked Questions About Willet
What part of speech is willet?
Willet is a noun.
What is another word for willet?
Close synonyms of willet are catoptrophorus semipalmatus. See the full list of willet synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of willet?
The plural of willet is willets.