agelaius

/ˌædʒəˈlaɪəs/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of starlings, typically medium-sized to large birds in the family Sturnidae.

“The ornithologist studied the behavior of the agelaius in the wild.”

2. noun

A type of starling, especially the European starling (Sturnus vulgaris).

“The birdwatcher spotted an agelaius perched on a nearby tree branch.”

Synonyms

  • grackle
  • starling

Antonyms

  • hummingbird
  • sparrow