nettlebird

/ˈnɛtəlbɜːrd/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of bird that eats insects and other invertebrates, especially in the family Nectariniidae, which are known for their bright plumage and long, extendable tongues.

“The necttlebird flitted rapidly from flower to flower, collecting nectar with its long tongue.”

Synonyms

  • nectariniid
  • sunbird