twitcher

ˈtwɪtʃər

Definitions

1. noun

A person who spends a lot of time watching birds, especially from a fixed position such as a hide or a birdwatching station.

“He’s a dedicated twitcher and spends every weekend at the nature reserve.”

2. verb

To move or jerk suddenly, typically with a twitching or spasmodic movement.

“The baby twitcher his tiny fingers as he learned to grasp toys.”

Synonyms

  • birdwatcher
  • ornithologist

Antonyms

  • bird hunter