Word Noun
bluebird
n.
B2 Upper Intermediate US /ˈbɫuˌbɝd/ UK /blˈuːbɜːd/ blue·bird UK spelling bluebird's, bluebird's
Definition
n.a small, colorful bird with bright blue feathers. You often see them in gardens or parks during the spring and summer.
n.a small passerine bird of the genus Cyanocitta, characterized by bright blue plumage and a white or yellow belly. Common in North America and Europe.
Examples
“A bluebird landed on the fence to look for worms.”
“The garden was filled with the soft song of a bluebird as the sun rose over the trees.”
“While the bluebird is a common sight in suburban gardens, its population has declined in certain regions due to the loss of natural nesting sites and competition for food.”
Etymology
From blue + bird.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
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