ostrichlike
/ˈɔːstrɪtʃlaɪk/
adjective
- Resembling or characteristic of an ostrich, especially in being flightless or having a long neck.
- The dinosaur had an ostrichlike build, with long legs and a small head.
- The bird's ostrichlike feathers were soft and fluffy.
- Her ostrichlike posture made her stand out in the crowd.
- Tending to ignore problems or unpleasant realities; deliberately avoiding the truth.
- His ostrichlike refusal to check his bank account led to a nasty surprise.
- An ostrichlike approach to conflict only makes things worse.
- The company's ostrichlike attitude toward climate change hurt its reputation.