Synonyms for

Canary

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

Definition

a small, yellow songbird often kept as a pet

Synonyms & similar words

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Common collocations

  • canary yellow
  • canary diamond
  • canary grass
  • sing like a canary
  • canary in a coal mine
  • canary bird

Word family

noun canary

Usage note

A canary is a small songbird, often yellow, originally from the Canary Islands. The phrase 'canary in a coal mine' refers to an early warning sign of danger.

Example sentences

  1. My canary is singing a beautiful song.
  2. I love to watch my canary flit around in its cage.
  3. My canary is afraid of the cat.
  4. I feed my canary birdseed and water every day.
  5. The canary has bright yellow feathers.

Quotes

  • "The canary is a tiny bird that sings with great heart."
  • "The canary is still singing."
  • "A canary is a bird, but it's also a warning signal."

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