ostrichlike

/ˈɔːstrɪtʃlaɪk/
adjective
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
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