Meaning of the word passerine in English
What does passerine mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
passerine
US /ˈpæs.ə.raɪn/
UK /ˈpæs.ə.raɪn/
Adjective
relating to or denoting birds of the order Passeriformes; perching birds.
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Many common garden birds are passerine species.
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The study focused on the migratory patterns of various passerine birds.
Noun
a bird of the order Passeriformes; a perching bird.
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The small brown bird on the branch was a typical passerine.
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Ornithologists often categorize birds into passerines and non-passerines.