NYT Dictionary
SKUA
/ˈskjuːə/NounVerbSKU-asku-a · 2 syllablesAdvanced/Professional
Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2026
Meaning
Any of various predatory seabirds of the genus Stercorarius that often chase other seabirds to steal their catches.
Etymology
Origin: Old Norse
From Faroese skúgvur (“Great Skua”), from Old Norse skúfr, of unknown origin.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
jaegerbonxie
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle: