Goldfinch (Noun)
Meaning 1
American finch whose male has yellow body plumage in summer.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The American goldfinch is a migratory bird that can be found in fields and meadows throughout much of North America.
- During the summer months, the male goldfinch sports bright yellow feathers with black wings and tail.
- Goldfinches are known for their distinctive songs, which are often described as a series of descending notes.
- The female goldfinch has duller brown plumage than the male, but shares his distinctive black wings and tail.
- In the winter, goldfinches can be seen in flocks, foraging for seeds and grains in backyards and fields.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
Small European finch having a crimson face and yellow-and-black wings.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.