nightjar

/ˈnaɪtd͡ʒɑɹ/

UK: /ˈnaɪtd͡ʒɑː/

nightjar

English Noun

Definition

Any of various medium-sized nocturnal birds, of the family Caprimulgidae from the order Caprimulgiformes, that feed predominantly on moths and other large flying insects.

Etymology

From night + jar (“a discordant sound”), due to the bird's harsh call.