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whooping-crane

n. 1 (attributive of whooping crane English) 2 (alternative form of whooping crane English)

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The sprayplane crashed into the observation tower of a whooping-crane sanctuary, releasing a deadly mist of Tri-D and instantly killing three wardens who were lounging there watching the love dance of the cranes.