/orˈneɾo/ (ohr-neh-roh)

Definitions

1. noun

A bird species (Furnariidae family) of the Furnariinae subfamily, specifically the Ovenbird genus, also known as a ‘ovenbird’.

“In the Argentine Patagonia, a hornero built its nest in a nearby tree.”

2. noun

A colloquialism referring to the Common Cuckoo in some Latin American countries, specifically in Argentina.

“The hornero’s unique call echoed through the forest, announcing its presence.”