Swan Definition
swan
noun
- stately heavy-bodied aquatic bird with very long neck and usually white plumage as adult
verb
- to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true; "Before God I swear I am innocent"
- move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment; "The gypsies roamed the woods"; "roving vagabonds"; "the wandering Jew"; "The cattle roam across the prairie"; "the laborers drift from one town to the next"; "They rolled from town to town"
- sweep majestically; "Airplanes were swanning over the mountains"
"Swan" in song lyrics
See how swan is used in real songs:
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"And the way she moved was like a graceful swan"
Afrika Bambaataa Zulu Nation Cosmic Force — Zulu Nation Throwdown -
"You mollusks get pelted from selling the soul of a swan"
— Atoms All Stars -
"with a name like Swan..."
Boot Camp Clik — Black Out
Words that rhyme with swan
Usage tips for "swan"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "swan" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for swan to find words that pair well.