bullfinch

/ˈbʌlfɪntʃ/

Definitions

1. noun

any of various small to medium-sized finches with a stout body and a short, conical beak, typically having a distinctive red or yellow face; Pyrrhula pyrrhula

“The bullfinch is a common visitor to my garden bird feeder.”

2. noun

a type of ornamental or decorative finch kept as a pet or in a cage

“The woman brought home a beautiful bullfinch to join her collection of exotic birds.”

Synonyms

  • finch
  • sparrow

Antonyms

  • eagle
  • owl