1
a
: the bill of a bird
especially
: a strong short broad bill
b(1)
: the elongated sucking mouth of some insects (such as the true bugs)
(2)
: any of various rigid projecting mouth structures (as of a turtle)
c
: the human nose
2
: a pointed structure or formation:
a
: a metal-pointed beam projecting from the bow especially of an ancient galley for piercing an enemy ship
b
: the spout of a vessel
c
: a continuous slight architectural projection ending in an arris see molding illustration
d
: a process suggesting the beak of a bird
3
Examples of beak in a Sentence
the beak of a hawk
an actor with a big beak
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Among their notable characteristics, these fish have a parrot-like beak and can inflate their bodies by swallowing mouthfuls of water as a defense mechanism against predators.
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With its distinctive brown body, white head and yellow beak, the bird is easily recognizable.
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New Atlas, 13 Jan. 2025
Among their notable characteristics, these fish have a parrot-like beak and can inflate their bodies by swallowing mouthfuls of water as a defense mechanism against predators.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 27 Dec. 2024
With its distinctive brown body, white head and yellow beak, the bird is easily recognizable.
—Jeanine Santucci, Detroit Free Press, 27 Dec. 2024
Named for their bird-like beaks, adult hawksbills can munch an average of around 1,200 pounds of sponges a year.
—Alex Fox, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 Dec. 2024
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“Beak.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/beak. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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beak
noun1
a
: the bill of a bird
especially
: the bill of a bird of prey adapted for striking and tearing
b
: any of various rigid mouth structures (as of a turtle) that stick out
also
: the long sucking mouth of some insects
c
: the human nose
2
: a part shaped like a beak
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