corvine
/'kɔ:vain/
Definition
- Adjective:
- Relating to or resembling a crow: Pertaining to birds of the crow family (Corvidae), which includes crows, ravens, rooks, and jays, or having characteristics similar to these birds.
Usage
- The word "corvine" is a formal, scientific, or literary adjective used to describe attributes, behaviors, or physical features that are characteristic of crows and their relatives. It is not commonly used in everyday conversation.
Examples
- Adjective:
- The birdwatcher noted the bird's corvine intelligence and problem-solving skills.
- His sharp, corvine features and dark eyes gave him a mysterious appearance.
- The corvine call echoed through the forest at dusk.
Advanced Usage
- In Zoology/Ornithology: Used to classify or describe species within the Corvidae family.
- The study focused on corvine social structures and communication.
- In Literature/Descriptive Writing: Used metaphorically to evoke qualities like intelligence, darkness, or a foreboding nature.
- The tower was guarded by a figure of corvine gloom.
Variants and Related Words
- Corvidae (n): The biological family name for crows, ravens, jays, and magpies.
- Corvid (n): A member of the crow family (Corvidae).
Synonyms
- Crow-like: Having the qualities of a crow.
- Raven-like: Resembling a raven (a specific type of corvid).
Antonyms
- Passerine: Relating to the perching bird order (Passeriformes), which is a much broader category. Not all passerines are corvids.
- Non-passerine: Relating to bird orders other than passerines.
Adjective
- relating to or resembling a crow
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