Robin
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈɹɒ.bɪn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Robin is a noun meaning (organic chemistry) A toxalbumin obtained from the locust tree.
Meaning
(organic chemistry) A toxalbumin obtained from the locust tree.
More Meanings
- Any of various passerine birds (about 100 species) of the families Muscicapidae, Turdidae and Petroicidae (formerly Eopsaltriidae), typically with a red breast.
- (historical) A trimming in front of a dress.
Word Forms
- robins
Synonyms for robin
Depending on context, synonyms include redbreast, ruddock.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include redbreast, merle, merlin, blackbird, lily, rotary.
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