What does "manakin" mean?

Manakin: Any one of numerous small birds belonging to Pipra, Manacus, and other genera of the family Pipridæ. They are mostly natives of Central and South America. some are bright-colored, and others have the wings and tail curiously ornamented. The name is sometimes applied to related birds of other families.

Additional senses

  1. 2.A dwarf. See Manikin. Shak.

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