Gannet
6 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
A large, heavily built seabird with a long stout bill, famous for its spectacular plunging dives from height to catch fish beneath the surface.
“We watched a gannet fold its wings and plummet into the sea at tremendous speed.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈɡænɪt/
Syllables
gan·net
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Synonyms
seabirdbooby
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Scrabble
Double N uses two tiles but the -NET suffix can hook onto existing plays, solid mid-range score
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