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Beak

/bˈik/
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(noun) A rigid structure projecting from the front of a bird's face, used for pecking, grooming, foraging, carrying items, eating food, etc.

The bird picked up the twig with its beak and flew to its nest.
A pelican can fit a lot of fish in its beak.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The bird used its sharp ____ to crack open the hard shell of the nut.

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