1. a nocturnal bird with a wide mouth that feeds on insects caught in flight

Examples

• The goatsucker’s distinctive call echoed through the forest at dusk.
• We spotted a goatsucker perched motionless on a tree branch.
• Goatsuckers are excellent at catching moths and other flying insects.
• The common nighthawk is a type of goatsucker found throughout North America.
• Despite their name, goatsuckers do not actually feed on goats.
• The goatsucker’s camouflaged plumage helps it blend in with tree bark.