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heron

Syllabification: (her·on)

Pronunciation: /ˈherən/

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Definition of heron

noun

a large fish-eating wading bird with long legs, a long S-shaped neck, and a long pointed bill.
- Family Ardeidae (the heron family): several genera and numerous species, including the great blue heron (Ardea herodias)