Definitions

1. adjective

resembling a bird in form or manner; having the characteristics of a bird

“The birdlike creature perched on the windowsill, its feathers glistening in the sunlight.”

2. noun

a person or thing that resembles a bird in form or manner

“The birdlike model strutting down the catwalk was a hit with the fashion crowd.”

3. adverb

in a birdlike manner; resembling a bird in form or manner

“She birdlike flapped her arms as she ran through the airport, trying to catch her flight.”