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MANAKIN
/ˈmænəkɪn/NounMAN-a-kinman-a-kin · 3 syllablesAdvanced/Professional
Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2026
Meaning
Any of several small Central and South American passerine birds of the family Pipridae.
Etymology
Origin: French
Generally thought to derive, like manikin, from Middle Dutch mannekijn. Compare French manakin, German Manakin. Doublet of manikin and mannequin.
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
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