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storm petrel Definition


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storm petrel
stormy petrel
noun
    1. A small seabird with black or dark brown feathers and white underparts. See also petrel.
    2. Someone who delights in bringing bad news, causing trouble, etc.
Etymology: 18c: so called because sailors thought that their presence indicated that a storm was approaching.



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