Jackdaw (Noun)
Meaning
Common black-and-grey Eurasian bird noted for thievery.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The jackdaw's reputation for stealing shiny objects has been well-documented in folklore and literature.
- A group of noisy jackdaws were seen flying overhead, their iridescent feathers catching the sunlight.
- In the old village, a jackdaw was known to steal food from the market stalls whenever it got the chance.
- The clever jackdaw managed to snatch a coin from the tourist's hand, flying away with its prize.
- According to local legend, a jackdaw was responsible for stealing the village's most prized treasure, a golden necklace.