kokila

/kɔˈkilɑː/

Definitions

1. noun

A nightingale, a type of songbird, or a female nightingale’s song.

“The poet’s eyes sparkled as he listened to the enchanting kokila of the forest.”

2. noun

A term in Hindu mythology referring to the goddess of music, particularly the nightingale.

“In ancient Hindu tales, the goddess Saraswati is often compared to the melodious kokila.”

Synonyms

  • nightingale
  • songbird

Antonyms

  • owl
  • raven