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brood patch

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A patch of featherless skin that is visible on the underside of birds during the nesting season, helping them to transfer heat to their eggs when incubating.

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CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

brood pouch brood size brood sow Brood X Brooded Brooder

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