avadavat
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Definition
Noun A small, brightly colored finch native to South Asia, particularly India and Sri Lanka, often kept as a cage bird for its vibrant plumage and song. It is a type of weaverbird.
Usage
The word "avadavat" is a specific ornithological term. It is used as a countable noun to refer to the bird itself, either in the wild or in captivity. * The red avadavat is a popular species among bird enthusiasts. * He has a pair of avadavats in an outdoor aviary.
Advanced Usage
- The term is often used in its more specific form, "red avadavat" (), which is the most common and recognizable species, noted for the male's bright red breeding plumage.
Variants and Related Words
- Amadavat: An older, alternative spelling for "avadavat."
- Red Munia: A common name for the red avadavat.
- Strawberry Finch: Another common name for the red avadavat, describing its appearance.
Synonyms
- Weaver Finch: A general term for the family of birds to which the avadavat belongs.
- Waxbill: A related group of small, seed-eating birds, though not all waxbills are avadavats.
Noun
- red Asian weaverbirds often kept as cage birds