pittacal

/pɪtˈækəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling a pitta or pittas, small birds

“The ornithologist specialized in pittacal species of birds.”

2. noun

a type of bird, especially a small bird of the family Pittidae

“The pittacal birds are known for their distinctive songs.”

Synonyms

  • pitta
  • pittaceous

Antonyms

  • large
  • non-pittacal