blackbird
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Definition
A blackbird is a common type of bird that has black feathers and a yellow beak, found in Europe, Asia, and North Africa, and sometimes used to refer to other similar birds.
Usage & Nuances
In British English, 'blackbird' usually refers to the Eurasian species (Turdus merula); in American English, it can mean various black-feathered birds, especially in the 'icterid' family. Not to be confused with the general phrase 'black bird' (any black-colored bird). Common in poetry and songs, often symbolic.
Example Sentences
A blackbird is sitting on the fence.
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The blackbird has a yellow beak.
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When people talk about the Beatles' song 'Blackbird,' they mean the bird as a symbol of hope.
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Did you see the blackbird in the garden?
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I love listening to the blackbird singing early in the morning.
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The old tree in our yard is always full of blackbirds in spring.
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