"horaltic" meaning in All languages combined

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Adjective [English]

Forms: more horaltic [comparative], most horaltic [superlative]
Etymology: Etymology is uncertain. In 2007 it was speculated that the derivation was a mishearing of "heraldic". Head templates: {{en-adj}} horaltic (comparative more horaltic, superlative most horaltic)
  1. (rare) Used to describe birds, particularly vultures, in a characteristic pose with wings spread and raised. Tags: rare
    Sense id: en-horaltic-en-adj-zASi84BR Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries
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          "text": "Vultures are often seen standing in what is called a horaltic pose.",
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