Definition

1. Noun:
   • A bird belonging to the crow family (Corvidae): The term "corvine bird" refers specifically to any bird species that is a member of the biological family Corvidae. This family includes crows, ravens, rooks, jackdaws, jays, and magpies.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The raven, a large corvine bird, is known for its intelligence.
  • We observed several corvine birds, including magpies and jays, in the forest.

Advanced Usage

• As a taxonomic descriptor: The term is primarily used in ornithological or formal contexts to classify or describe birds within this specific family.
  • The study focused on the tool-use behavior of various corvine birds.

Variants and Related Words

• Corvid (n): A more common modern synonym for "corvine bird," referring to any member of the family Corvidae.
  • Corvids are among the most intelligent of all bird families.
• Corvine (adj): Of or relating to crows or the crow family.
  • The bird exhibited typical corvine features.

Synonyms

• Crow family bird
• Corvid

Related Phrases

• Member of the Corvidae: A more precise, scientific phrase with the same meaning.
  • The blue jay is a well-known member of the Corvidae.

Noun

1. birds of the crow family