GNU Collaborative International Dictionary of English

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   Manakin (?), n. [Cf. F.  & G. manakin; prob. the native name.] (Zool.) Any one of numerous small birds belonging to Pipra, Manacus, and other genera of the family Pipridae.  They are mostly natives of Central and South America.  Some are bright-colored, and others have the wings and tail curiously ornamented.  The name is sometimes applied to related birds of other families.
   
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   Manakin, n. A dwarf. See Manikin.  Shak.
   
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