red-winged blackbird
Definition
Noun: A North American songbird (Agelaius phoeniceus) characterized by the male's distinctive black plumage with bright red and yellow patches on the shoulders (wings). It is commonly found in wetlands and marshes.
Usage
The term "red-winged blackbird" is used to specifically identify this species of bird. It functions as a singular, countable noun. * The red-winged blackbird is known for its loud, conk-la-ree! call. * I saw a red-winged blackbird perched on a cattail. * A flock of red-winged blackbirds filled the sky.
Advanced Usage
- The name is often used in ecological and ornithological contexts to discuss habitat, migration, or behavior.
- The red-winged blackbird is often considered a keystone species in its marshland habitat.
Variants and Related Words
- Redwing: A common, informal shortening of the full name. (Note: This is distinct from the European thrush , which is also called a redwing).
- The redwings have returned to the marsh this spring.
Synonyms
- Agelaius phoeniceus: The scientific, binomial name.
- Redwing (informal, context-dependent).
Different Meanings
The term "red-winged blackbird" refers exclusively to this specific bird species. It does not have other common metaphorical or idiomatic meanings.
Noun
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North American blackbird with scarlet patches on the wings
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