bird

/bɝd/
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An animal with feathers, wings, and a beak.

Examples

  • A small bird sat in the tree.
  • Can you hear the birds singing?
  • The bird flew over the house.
  • We saw three birds in the garden.
  • This bird has blue wings.

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Meanings

Feathered animal

noun
animals
neutral
An animal with feathers, wings, and a beak, most kinds of which can fly.

Examples

  • A small bird sat in the tree.
  • Can you hear the birds singing?
  • This bird has blue wings.
  • The bird flew over the house.
  • We saw three birds in the garden.

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Etymology

FAQ

What does bird mean?

A bird is an animal with feathers, wings, and a beak.

When is bird used?

Birds may fly, sing, build nests, and lay eggs.

How does bird differ from fish?

A bird has feathers; a fish lives in water and has gills.

How is bird used in a sentence?

“The bird flew over the house” shows one in motion.

Is bird formal?

No, bird is an everyday word.

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