elaenia

/ˌɛlɪˈniːə/

Definitions

1. noun

any of various small to medium-sized birds in the family Thamnophilidae, typically having a slender build and a long tail

“The elaenia’s beautiful song filled the tropical forest.”

2. noun

a genus of birds in the family Tyrannidae, found in Central and South America

Synonyms

  • flycatcher
  • thrush

Antonyms

  • large bird
  • waterfowl