noun Etymology: Middle English, by folk etymology from Old English hlēapewince; akin to Old English hlēapan to leap and to Old English wincian to wink Date: 14th century a crested Old World plover ( Vanellus vanellus ) noted for its slow irregular flapping flight and shrill wailing cry
LAPWING
Meaning of LAPWING in English
Merriam Webster. Explanatory English dictionary Merriam Webster. Толковый словарь английского языка Мерриам-Уэбстер. 2012