01 n. A large bird of the genus Struthio, of which Struthio camelus of Africa is the best known species. It has long and very strong legs, adapte…
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A large bird of the genus Struthio, of which Struthio camelus of Africa is the best known species. It has long and very strong legs, adapted for rapid running; only two toes; a long neck, nearly bare of feathers; and short wings incapable of flight. The adult male is about eight feet high.(Zool.)
Phrases & compounds
Ostrich farm —
a farm on which ostriches are bred for the sake of their feathers, oil, eggs, etc.
Ostrich farming —
the occupation of breeding ostriches for the sake of their feathers, etc.
Ostrich fern —
a kind of fern (Onoclea Struthiopteris), the tall fronds of which grow in a circle from the rootstock. It is found in alluvial soil in Europe and North America.