释义 |
ˈswabie Sc. (Shetland). [Shortening of swartback.] The greater black-backed gull.
1821Scott Pirate x, A thousand varying screams, from the deep note of the swabie, or swartback, to the querulous cry of the tirracke. 1837Dunn Ornith. Orkney & Shetl. 110. |