nightjar

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/ˈnaɪtd͡ʒɑː/

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/ˈnaɪtd͡ʒɑː/ · /ˈnaɪtd͡ʒɑɹ/

Definition of nightjar

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noun

Any of various medium-sized nocturnal birds, of the family Caprimulgidae from the order Caprimulgiformes, that feed predominantly on moths and other large flying insects.

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From night + jar (“a discordant sound”), due to the bird's harsh call.

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