whitewing
nounEtymology From white + wing. The street sweepers were so called because of the white uniforms they used to wear.
1
The chaffinch.
2
The velvet scoter.
3
US A street sweeper.
noun — 3 senses
Etymology From white + wing. The street sweepers were so called because of the white uniforms they used to wear.
The chaffinch.
The velvet scoter.
US A street sweeper.
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