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nightjar in Russian

nightjar in Russian is козодо́й, козодой — nightjar means a nocturnal bird from the family Caprimulgidae that feeds mainly on moths and other large flying insects.

nightjar in Russian

козодо́й
noun
Pronounced: kozodoy
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.
козодой
noun
Pronounced: kozodoy
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.

What does "nightjar" mean?

  1. noun A nocturnal bird from the family Caprimulgidae that feeds mainly on moths and other large flying insects.
    "A nightjar swooped low over the field, snapping up moths on the wing."
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nightjar in a sentence

  • A nightjar swooped low over the field, snapping up moths on the wing.
  • The reserve runs guided walks at dusk to listen for churring nightjars.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "nightjar" in Russian?
"nightjar" in Russian is козодо́й, козодой. nightjar means: A nocturnal bird from the family Caprimulgidae that feeds mainly on moths and other large flying insects.
How do you pronounce козодо́й?
"nightjar" in Russian is козодо́й, pronounced "kozodoy".
How do you use "nightjar" in a sentence?
Example: "A nightjar swooped low over the field, snapping up moths on the wing." In Russian, "nightjar" is козодо́й, козодой.
Are there other ways to say "nightjar" in Russian?
Yes — Russian has 2 translations listed for "nightjar": козодо́й, козодой.
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