hawfinch
/'hɔ:fintʃ/
Definition
- Noun:
- A common large finch of Eurasia: A species of passerine bird, scientifically named Coccothraustes coccothraustes, characterized by its large, powerful beak used for cracking hard seeds.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- We spotted a hawfinch cracking a cherry stone in the garden.
- The hawfinch is known for its distinctive silhouette and massive bill.
Advanced Usage
- "Hawfinch population": Refers to the group or number of these birds in a specific area.
- Conservation efforts are monitoring the declining hawfinch population in Western Europe.
Variants and Related Words
- Coccothraustes coccothraustes (n): The scientific binomial name for the hawfinch.
Synonyms
- Grosbeak: A general term for finches with large, conical beaks, though this refers to a broader group of birds, not exclusively the hawfinch.
Noun
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a common large finch of Eurasia
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