Animal Migration Patterns

4 words in this vocabulary list

noun A specific breed of pigeon known for its ability to find its way back home over long distances

  • The homing pigeon is a breed of pigeon that has the innate ability to find its way home over long distances.
  • My neighbor raises homing pigeons and they always impress me with their navigation skills.
  • I heard that homing pigeons are like the GPS of the bird world.
  • Using a homing pigeon as a metaphor, she always found her way back to her true self after facing challenges.

adverb In a direction towards the north.

  • The expedition headed northward towards the Arctic Circle.
  • We decided to drive northward for the weekend getaway.
  • Let's bounce and head northward for some fun!
  • Her career has been steadily moving northward in terms of success.

verb to move about or travel aimlessly or unsystematically, especially over a wide area

  • The lions roam freely in the vast savannah.
  • I love to roam around the city and explore new neighborhoods.
  • Let's ditch class and roam the streets instead.
  • His thoughts would often roam to distant lands and adventures.

adjective located in or toward the south

adverb moving or facing toward the south

  • The ship continued to sail southward towards its destination.
  • Let's head southward for our road trip this weekend.
  • I heard the party is happening down southward, wanna go?
  • She felt her mood shift southward as the day went on.