n.
Pronunciation: ' lap- ˌ wi ŋ
Function: noun
Etymology: Middle English, by folk etymology from Old English hl ē apewince; akin to Old English hl ē apan 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 also : any of several related plovers