Bird Cherry (Noun)
Meaning
Any of several small-fruited cherry trees frequented or fed on by birds.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The bird cherry tree in our backyard was a favorite spot for the local bird population to gather and feast on its ripe fruit.
- Bird cherry trees are often found in woodland edges and hedgerows, where they provide a valuable source of food for birds and other wildlife.
- The bird cherry's small, dark red fruit is an important food source for many bird species, including thrushes, blackbirds, and fieldfares.
- In the spring, the bird cherry tree is covered in white flowers, which are followed by the small, edible fruit that gives the tree its name.
- The bird cherry is a popular ornamental tree in gardens, where it is valued for its attractive flowers and fruit, as well as its ability to attract birds and other wildlife.