noun
birdman
Birdman (noun) means someone whose job or hobby centres on birds, such as a keeper, trainer, or breeder. Example: “The zoo's birdman knows every parrot by name.”
noun
1
Someone whose job or hobby centres on birds, such as a keeper, trainer, or breeder.
"The zoo's birdman knows every parrot by name."
"Local birdmen gather each spring to trade rare finches."
2
An informal term for a pilot or aviator.
"Early birdmen risked their lives testing flimsy biplanes."
How to use birdman
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA person closely associated with birds — either caring for them or, in old-fashioned slang, flying like one.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “birdman” mean?
The word “birdman” means someone whose job or hobby centres on birds, such as a keeper, trainer, or breeder. In plain terms, a person closely associated with birds — either caring for them or, in old-fashioned slang, flying like one.
How do you use “birdman” in a sentence?
Here is “birdman” used in a sentence: “The zoo's birdman knows every parrot by name.”
What part of speech is “birdman”?
“Birdman” is a noun.
How many meanings does “birdman” have?
“Birdman” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: someone whose job or hobby centres on birds, such as a keeper, trainer, or breeder.
