Definition

Noun: A small to medium-sized parrot, typically characterized by a slender body, a long, tapering tail, and often brightly colored plumage. Parrakeets are known for their sociable nature and ability to mimic sounds.

Usage

The word "parrakeet" is used to refer to specific types of parrots, particularly those with long tails. It is a common term in aviculture and ornithology. - She has a green parrakeet that can whistle tunes. - A flock of parrakeets was chattering noisily in the trees.

Advanced Usage

• As a collective noun: While typically referring to individual birds, "parrakeet" can be used in a general sense for a group, though "flock of parrakeets" is more precise.
  • The aviary specializes in breeding Australian parrakeets.

Variants and Related Words

• Parakeet: This is the more common modern spelling of the same word.
• Budgerigar (Budgie): A specific, very common type of small parrakeet, often kept as a pet.
• Conure: A group of medium-sized parrakeets native to the Americas.

Synonyms

• Long-tailed parrot: A descriptive synonym.
• Psittacine: A formal term relating to or denoting parrots.

Related Phrases

• Parrakeet feather: Refers to the distinctive plumage of these birds.
  • The hat was decorated with a vibrant parrakeet feather.

Noun

1. any of numerous small slender long-tailed parrots