noun

songbird

SONG-burd

Songbird (noun) means a bird known for its pleasant, musical call, especially one of the many perching bird species with complex vocal abilities. Example: “A songbird was perched on the fence, singing at dawn.”

noun

A bird known for its pleasant, musical call, especially one of the many perching bird species with complex vocal abilities.

"A songbird was perched on the fence, singing at dawn."

A person, especially a woman, praised for having a beautiful singing voice.

"The critics called her "the songbird of the decade" after her debut album."

How to Use Songbird

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA bird that sings nicely, or, informally, a great singer.

Common pairings

a songbird's call delicate songbird

Word Forms

songbirds plural

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Etymology

A straightforward compound of song + bird.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does “songbird” mean?

The word “songbird” means a bird known for its pleasant, musical call, especially one of the many perching bird species with complex vocal abilities. In plain terms, a bird that sings nicely, or, informally, a great singer.

How do you pronounce “songbird”?

“Songbird” is pronounced SONG-burd (/ˈsɔŋˌbɝd/ in IPA).

How do you use “songbird” in a sentence?

Here is “songbird” used in a sentence: “A songbird was perched on the fence, singing at dawn.”

What part of speech is “songbird”?

“Songbird” is a noun.

How many meanings does “songbird” have?

“Songbird” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a bird known for its pleasant, musical call, especially one of the many perching bird species with complex vocal abilities.