Synonyms for

Bird

Verb / bɜ:d / Another word for bird — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A warm-blooded egg-laying vertebrate animal distinguished by the possession of feathers, wings, and a beak.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

avian fowl

Informal

chick birdie

Literary

feathered friend winged creature

Antonyms

mammal reptile amphibian fish insect invertebrate

Common collocations

  • singing bird
  • wild bird
  • domestic bird
  • bird of prey
  • bird watching
  • bird song
  • baby bird

Word family

noun bird
adjective birdlike

Usage note

While 'bird' is a general term, 'fowl' often refers specifically to domesticated birds raised for meat or eggs, like chickens and ducks.

Example sentences

  1. The bird flew out of its nest.
  2. I saw a beautiful blue bird in the park.
  3. Some birds migrate to warmer climates in the winter.
  4. The owl is a nocturnal bird.
  5. Birds have feathers to help them fly.

Quotes

  • If you want to fly, you have to give up the things that weigh you down. - Toni Morrison
  • A bird does not sing because it has an answer. It sings because it has a song. - Maya Angelou
  • The early bird gets the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese. - Steven Wright

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