jackdaw
/'dʤækdɔ:/
Definition
Noun 1. A common black-and-grey Eurasian bird noted for thievery: A small, intelligent bird of the crow family (Corvus monedula), native to Europe, western Asia, and North Africa. It is characterized by its black plumage with a distinctive grey nape and pale eyes. It is known for its inquisitive nature and habit of collecting and hiding shiny objects.
Examples of Usage
- The jackdaw built its nest in the old church tower.
- We watched a pair of jackdaws foraging for food on the lawn.
- The jackdaw is known for its intelligence and social behavior.
Advanced Usage
- Collective noun: A group of jackdaws can be called a "clattering" or a "train."
- A clattering of jackdaws noisily descended upon the field.
Variants and Related Words
- Daw (noun): An archaic or poetic term for a jackdaw.
- Corvid (noun): The biological family () to which jackdaws belong, including crows, ravens, rooks, and magpies.
Synonyms
- Corvus monedula (noun): The scientific Latin name.
- Western jackdaw (noun): The full common name used to distinguish it from other species.
- Eurasian jackdaw (noun): Another common name specifying its range.
Related Idioms and Phrases
- As thieving as a jackdaw: Used to describe someone who has a habit of taking small items, often without malicious intent but out of curiosity or a desire to collect.
- Be careful with your shiny keys around him; he's as thieving as a jackdaw.
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common black-and-grey Eurasian bird noted for thievery
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