songbird
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for songbird, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A bird known for its pleasant, musical call, especially one of the many perching bird species with complex vocal abilities.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use songbird
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
A straightforward compound of song + bird.
Full origin of songbird →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.