recurved

[ ree-kurvd ]

/ riˈkɜrvd /

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adjective

curved upward, as the bill of a bird.

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Origin of recurved

First recorded in 1590–1600; see origin at recurve, -ed²

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How to use recurved in a sentence

Sometimes they are quite straight, but most commonly recurved, so as to form a hook.
An Introduction to Entomology: Vol. III (of 4)|William Kirby
The outer petals are grandly recurved, forming a fine contrast to the Camellia-like inner petals.
Narcissa, or the Road to Rome|Laura E. Richards
The outer webs of the outer primaries are recurved, forming a series of hooks.
Western Bird Guide|Chester A. (Chester Albert) Reed, Harry F. Harvey, and Rex I. Brasher
These animals are generally provided with a large cylindrical proboscis, and the tongue has recurved teeth.
The Sea Shore|William S. Furneaux

The margins are very much recurved, so that the pinnæ are pod-like, and either sub-cylindrical or somewhat moniliform.
Beautiful Ferns|Daniel Cady Eaton

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