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dodos

The correct spelling is dodos.

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The correct spelling is dodos. A large, flightless bird, †Raphus cucullatus, related to the pigeon, that is now extinct (since the 1600s) and was native to Mauritius. For example: "As dead as a dodo."

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As dead as a dodo.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A large, flightless bird, †Raphus cucullatus, related to the pigeon, that is now extinct (since the 1600s) and was native to Mauritius.
  2. 2.A person or organisation which is very old or has very old-fashioned views or is not willing to change and adapt.
  3. 3.Fried plantain.

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