1. a large tropical bird with a long, heavy, curved bill and a prominent casque (bony growth) on its head
Usage: countable noun; found primarily in Africa and Asia

Examples

• The hornbill is easily recognized by its massive curved bill and distinctive head crest.
• We spotted a pair of hornbills nesting in the tall trees during our safari.
• The African hornbill uses its powerful bill to crack open nuts and seeds.
• Hornbills are known for their loud, resonant calls that echo through the forest.
• The male hornbill helps seal the female inside a tree cavity during nesting season.
• Tourists often photograph the colorful hornbill species found in Southeast Asian rainforests.