zenaida

/ziːˈnɑɪdə/ (zee-NAY-də)

Definitions

1. noun

A type of bird, specifically a species of heron in the family Ardeidae.

“The ornithologist spent hours observing the majestic zenaida perched on a nearby branch.”

Synonyms

  • heron
  • wading bird

Antonyms

  • songbird
  • sparrow