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Meaning of cuckoo theory | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A speculative theory that human language originated from the imitation of animal vocalisations.

CEFR level

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

cuckoo wasp cuckoo-bread cuckoo-dove cuckoo-finch cuckoo-hawk cuckoo-roller

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