Warbler
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈwɔː(ɹ)blə(ɹ)/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Warbler is a noun meaning Any of various small passerine songbirds, especially of the family Sylviidae (Old World warblers) and Parulidae (New World warblers).
Meaning
Any of various small passerine songbirds, especially of the family Sylviidae (Old World warblers) and Parulidae (New World warblers).
More Meanings
- One who warbles.
- A device that makes a warbling sound.
- (UK, slang) A hissy fit.
Example Sentences
In lulling strains the feather'd warblers woo.
In electronic telephones, this ringer may be a small electronic warbler rather than a bell.
And it looked like at first she was just another pop warbler, and “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” is a great record, but nothing threatening, nothing strange.
Word Forms
- warblers
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include blackpoll, blackcap, wren, triller, sedge, lutescent.
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