baya

Thân thiện

A baya weaves its intricate nest from blades of grass.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A common Indian weaverbird: The baya is a specific species of weaver bird (Ploceus philippinus) found commonly in the Indian subcontinent and parts of Southeast Asia. It is known for its skill in weaving elaborate, hanging nests from grass and strips of leaves.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • We watched a baya expertly weaving its nest on the branch.
  • The baya is easily identified by its conical nest and streaked brown plumage.

Advanced Usage

• The term is used almost exclusively in ornithological contexts to refer to this specific bird. It is a proper common name, not typically used in figurative language.

Variants and Related Words

• Weaverbird / Weaver (n): The general family of birds to which the baya belongs, known for their nest-weaving behavior.
• Baya weaver (n): A fuller, alternative common name for the same bird species.

Synonyms

• Baya weaver
• Indian weaver bird

Notes on Meaning

• The word "baya" refers specifically to . It is not a general term for all weaver birds, which belong to the family Ploceidae.

Học thuật

Noun

1. common Indian weaverbird

Từ đồng nghĩa

• ploceus philippinus