bird in the bosom
A secret pledge that one makes for another.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“He kept his bird in the bosom until the right moment.”
“She shared a bird in the bosom with her sister, promising to protect the family secret at all costs.”
“Bound by a solemn bird in the bosom, he refused to betray his companion even when the authorities offered him a full pardon.”
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a little bird told me
I received the information from a source which I am not prepared to disclose.
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bird of ill omen
A person who brings bad news.
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bird of one's own brain
One's own idea or conception.
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birds and bees
Informal education about sex.
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birds of a feather
People having similar characters, backgrounds, interests, or beliefs.
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birds of a feather flock together
People of similar character, background or taste tend to congregate or associate with one another; it is easier to establish friendships with people that one has a lot in common with.
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charm the birds from the trees
To behave in a very charming manner.
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early bird
A person who wakes early or arrives early, typically before most others.
Last updated August 10, 2026