passerine

Meanings

• noun

  A small perching bird of the order Passeriformes.

  - "The passerine birds are the most diverse group of birds."
  - "The sparrow is a common passerine bird."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈpæsəɹaɪn/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

passeriform

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Variants

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passerine , passerines

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'passer' meaning 'perching bird'.

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Trivia

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1. The passerine order is the largest order of birds, with over 6,000 species.

2. Passerines are also known as 'perching birds' or 'songbirds'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Passeriformes: The order of birds that includes all the perching birds and the majority of the songbirds.

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Culture

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In Igbo culture, the passerine bird is not specifically mentioned, but birds in general are considered symbols of freedom and joy.

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'passerine' starts with the letter 'p' and rhymes with 'mine'.

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