starling
/'stɑ:liɳ/
Definition
- Noun:
- A gregarious bird native to the Old World: A starling is a type of bird known for living in flocks and originating from Europe, Asia, and Africa.
- A specific family of passerine birds: It refers to birds belonging to the family Sturnidae, often characterized by dark, iridescent plumage and an ability to mimic sounds.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- A large flock of starlings gathered on the telephone wires.
- The common starling is known for its impressive murmurations at dusk.
Advanced Usage
- "Starling murmuration": A term for the large, coordinated flocks that starlings form, especially in flight.
- We watched the mesmerizing starling murmuration over the marsh.
Variants and Related Words
- Common starling (European starling) (n): , a widespread species often introduced to other continents.
- The common starling has adapted well to urban environments in North America.
Synonyms
- None commonly used: As a specific bird name, it has no direct common synonyms. Descriptive phrases like "gregarious songbird" may be used.
Related Phrases
- None specific: The word "starling" itself is not typically part of phrasal verbs.
Related Idioms
- None specific: There are no common idioms that feature the word "starling."
Noun
-
gregarious birds native to the Old World
Khám phá thêm
Các từ liên quan
Từ gần giống
Từ chứa "starling"
Từ có nhắc đến "starling"
