puttock

/ˈpʌtək/

Definitions

1. noun

A small bird, often a sparrow or a young bird, especially one that is captured and kept in a cage or aviary.

“The young birdkeeper had a collection of puttocks in her aviary, each one unique and colorful.”

Synonyms

  • sparrow
  • young bird

Antonyms

  • adult bird
  • large bird