noun
- Plural of booby; seabirds of the gannet family, found in tropical and subtropical oceans, known for their white and dark plumage and diving ability.
Usage: Standard zoological term; Often used in wildlife and nature contexts
Examples
- The boobies dove dramatically into the water to catch fish.
- We observed several boobies nesting on the rocky island.
- Blue-footed boobies are famous for their bright blue feet.
- The boobies performed their distinctive courtship dance on the beach.
- Photographers traveled to the Galápagos to photograph the rare boobies.