roadrunner
/ˈroʊdˌrʌnər/
noun
- 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.
- 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.