Definition: Westling is a type of bird in the family Passeriformes, commonly known as the swallows or woodpeckers. They are small birds, typically between 10 and 20 grams in weight, that are found throughout Europe, Asia, and North America. Westlings are generally brown, with white underparts and a distinctive black throat. These birds are often associated with the countryside and are known for their singing and flight performances. Westlings have a long, slender bill

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Definition: In the context of linguistics, "westling" is a term used to describe a specific type of word that appears in English, but its meaning is not as clear or well-defined as other words in the language. The term was first coined by linguist Charles Sanders Peirce and has since been applied to various types of words. In "westernized" English, this type of word refers to a person who is relatively isolated from mainstream society or culture, often associated with the west.

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