Cygnet vs. Swan

Cygnetnoun

The immature young of a swan.

Cygnetnoun

A young swan.

Cygnetnoun

a young swan

Cygnetnoun

a young swan.

Swannoun

Any of various species of large, long-necked waterfowl, of genus Cygnus (bird family: Anatidae), most of which have white plumage.

Swannoun

(figuratively) One whose grace etc. suggests a swan.

Swannoun

(heraldry) This bird used as a heraldic charge, sometimes with a crown around its neck (e. g. the arms of Buckinghamshire).

Swanverb

To travel or move about in an aimless, idle, or pretentiously casual way.

Swanverb

To declare (chiefly in first-person present constructions).

Swannoun

Any one of numerous species of large aquatic birds belonging to Cygnus, Olor, and allied genera of the subfamily Cygninæ. They have a large and strong beak and a long neck, and are noted for their graceful movements when swimming. Most of the northern species are white. In literature the swan was fabled to sing a melodious song, especially at the time of its death.

Swannoun

Fig.: An appellation for a sweet singer, or a poet noted for grace and melody; as Shakespeare is called the swan of Avon.

Swannoun

The constellation Cygnus.

Swannoun

stately heavy-bodied aquatic bird with very long neck and usually white plumage as adult

Swanverb

to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true;

Swanverb

move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment;

Swanverb

sweep majestically;

Swannoun

a large waterbird with a long flexible neck, short legs, webbed feet, a broad bill, and typically all-white plumage.

Swanverb

move about or go somewhere in a casual, irresponsible, or ostentatious way

Swan

Swans are birds of the family Anatidae within the genus Cygnus. The swans' closest relatives include the geese and ducks.