Clues for the word "LAPWING"

We've had 11 crossword clues used for this word, and seen it 15 times in crosswords. It was last seen in Daily Quick crossword on March 14, 2025.

Definition of lapwing

n. - A small European bird of the Plover family (Vanellus cristatus, or V. vanellus). It has long and broad wings, and is noted for its rapid, irregular fight, upwards, downwards, and in circles. Its back is coppery or greenish bronze. Its eggs are the "plover's eggs" of the London market, esteemed a delicacy. It is called also peewit, dastard plover, and wype. The gray lapwing is the Squatarola cinerea.