roadrunner

/ˈroʊdˌrʌnər/
noun
  1. A fast-running bird found in deserts of the southwestern United States and Mexico, known for its long tail and crest.
    • We spotted a roadrunner perched on a cactus in the desert.
    • A roadrunner darted across the dusty trail ahead of our car.
    • The roadrunner uses its speed to catch lizards and insects.
  2. A cartoon character based on this bird, known for outsmarting a coyote in chase scenes.
    • My favorite cartoon as a kid was the one with the roadrunner and Wile E. Coyote.
    • She dressed as the roadrunner for Halloween, complete with a blue costume.
    • The roadrunner always escapes with a 'beep beep' sound.
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