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loon (1)

loon [ loon ] (plural loons)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. North America diving bird of northern waters: a fish-eating diving bird with a short tail, webbed feet, smooth black-and-white feathers, and a distinctive laughing call. Native to: northern hemisphere.  Genus Gavia.

2. Canada money  ( informal )
Same as  loonie


[Mid-17th century. Origin ?]
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