kiwi

Definition

A flightless bird of the order Apterygiformes native to New Zealand.

Etymology

Borrowed from Māori kiwi.

Example Sentences

• "And as its role grew in importance, ground commanders, or kiwis as they were called, made many mistakes in judgment […]"
• "Now Rex he was a Texan out of New Orleans and he travelled with the carnival shows He ran bumper cars, sucked cheap cigars and he candied up his nose He got wind of the big brown beaver so he thought he'd take himself a peek But the beaver was quick and he grabbed him by the kiwis And he ain't pissed for a week (and a half)"