whitfinch
/ˈhwaɪtfɪntʃ/Definitions
1. noun
A type of warbler, specifically the White-throated Sparrow’s American cousin, found primarily in North America.
“During our birdwatching trip, we spotted a rare whitfinch perched in the nearby bushes.”
2. noun
In some dialects, a colloquial term for a type of finch, especially the American Goldfinch.
“The whitfinch sang melodiously in the backyard, providing a delightful morning serenade.”