flip the bird
To make a rude or obscene gesture (at somebody); particularly, to extend the middle finger.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“He got angry and flipped the bird at the driver.”
“The frustrated customer flipped the bird at the manager before storming out of the store.”
“Despite the gravity of the diplomatic summit, the protestor stood outside and brazenly flipped the bird at the passing motorcade.”
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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 in the bosom
A secret pledge that one makes for another.
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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.
Last updated August 10, 2026