goldfinch
/'gouldfintʃ/
Definition
- Noun:
- A small European songbird (Carduelis carduelis) characterized by a bright crimson face and distinctive yellow-and-black wings.
- An American songbird (Spinus tristis), the male of which has bright yellow body plumage during the summer breeding season.
Examples
- Noun:
- The European goldfinch is often seen feeding on thistle seeds.
- A male American goldfinch in summer is a brilliant yellow.
Advanced Usage
- Collective Nouns: A group of goldfinches can be called a "charm" of goldfinches.
- A charm of goldfinches visited the bird feeder this morning.
Variants and Related Words
- European Goldfinch: The specific common name for .
- American Goldfinch: The specific common name for , also colloquially known as the "wild canary."
- Lesser Goldfinch: Another species () found in the Americas.
Synonyms
- European species: None that are precise common synonyms.
- American species: Wild canary (informal).
Related Phrases
- "Bright as a goldfinch": An informal simile describing something or someone as vividly colorful or cheerful.
- Her summer dress was as bright as a goldfinch.
Noun
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small European finch having a crimson face and yellow-and-black wings
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American finch whose male has yellow body plumage in summer
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