Meaning of the word shrike in English
What does shrike mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
shrike
US /ʃraɪk/
UK /ʃraɪk/
Noun
a carnivorous passerine bird with a hooked bill, typically impaling its prey on thorns.
Example:
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The shrike impaled the beetle on a thorn.
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We spotted a northern shrike during our birdwatching trip.