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Manakin (noun) means a small perching bird found in Central and South America, belonging to the family Pipridae.

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A small perching bird found in Central and South America, belonging to the family Pipridae.
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Etymology

Generally thought to derive, like manikin, from Middle Dutch mannekijn. Compare French manakin, German Manakin. Doublet of manikin and mannequin.

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"manakin" (noun) means a small perching bird found in Central and South America, belonging to the family Pipridae.
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Other words for "manakin" include model, mannequin, mannikin, manikin, form.

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