unfellied

/ˌʌnfəˈliːdi/

Definitions

1. adjective

Not having a mate or partner, especially of birds that are supposed to pair for life.

“After years, the unfellied swan wandered away, searching for a companion.”

2. noun

A bird that has lost its mate.

“The park ranger spotted an unfellied goose waddling alone on the grass.”

Synonyms

  • solitary
  • unpaired

Antonyms

  • companioned
  • paired