wagtail
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Noun — A small bird with a long tail, belonging mainly to the genus Motacilla and found in the Old World.
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How to use wagtail
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
pied wagtail
grey wagtail
yellow wagtail
It is an everyday word used in general and birdwatching contexts.
Etymology
The word comes from Middle English wagstert, meaning literally a bird that wags its tail. The modern form is partly a substitution of tail for the older second element.
Full origin of wagtail →Frequently asked questions
What is a wagtail?
A wagtail is a small bird with a long tail. Wagtails belong mainly to the genus Motacilla.
Why is it called a wagtail?
The name comes from Middle English wagstert, which means wag-tail. It is made from the words wag and tail.
How do you say wagtail?
It is said WAG-tayl, with the stress on the first syllable.
