thunderbird
Other forms: thunderbirds
The thunderbird is a legendary creature from Native American folklore. It is said to be an animal with strong wings that can generate the loud sounds that you hear during a storm.
According to Algonquian mythology, thunderbirds are powerful and majestic creatures that can control weather elements, particularly thunder and lightning. The appearance and characteristics of the thunderbird can vary among different tribes, but the creature is generally depicted as a large bird that creates thunderous sounds as it flies. The thunderbird holds cultural and spiritual significance, often symbolizing strength, protection, and the natural elements.
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(mythology) the spirit of thunder and lightning believed by some Native Americans to take the shape of a great birdtype of:disembodied spirit, spiritany incorporeal supernatural being that can become visible (or audible) to human beings
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