transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈlap-ˌwiŋ ]
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 ; also : any of several related plovers