gannet in German
gannet in German is Tölpel, Basstölpel — gannet means a large seabird with a black and white body and long, pointed wings, that dives into the sea to catch fish.
gannet in German
Tölpel
Any of three species of large seabird in the genus Morus, of the family Sulidae. They have black and white bodies and long pointed wings, and hunt for fish by plunge diving and pursuing their prey underwater.
Basstölpel
Any of three species of large seabird in the genus Morus, of the family Sulidae. They have black and white bodies and long pointed wings, and hunt for fish by plunge diving and pursuing their prey underwater.
What does "gannet" mean?
- noun A large seabird with a black and white body and long, pointed wings, that dives into the sea to catch fish.
- noun (informal) Someone who eats a great deal.
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What is "gannet" in German?
"gannet" in German is Tölpel, Basstölpel. gannet means: A large seabird with a black and white body and long, pointed wings, that dives into the sea to catch fish.
Are there other ways to say "gannet" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "gannet": Tölpel, Basstölpel.
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