apodematal

/æpoʊdɪˈmeɪtəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or involving the provision of food for traveling birds

“The apodematal behavior of the robins has been studied extensively by ornithologists.”

2. noun

a provision of food, especially for birds on migration

“The apodematas in the garden were a welcome sight for the tired birds.”

Synonyms

  • avian
  • migratory
  • provisional

Antonyms

  • resident
  • sedentary