starling

Meanings

• noun

  A small long-tailed European starling with glossy green or purple iridescence in its plumage.

  - "The starling is a common bird in Europe, Asia, and North America."
  - "Starlings are known for their acrobatic flying and ability to mimic various sounds."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with starling
caring , daring , staring

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Variants

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starling , starlings

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Etymology

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The name 'starling' comes from the Old English 'storling', meaning 'big star' or 'starling'.

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Trivia

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1. Starlings are one of the few bird species that can produce a wide range of vocalizations.

2. They are omnivorous and eat a variety of food, including seeds, fruits, insects, and even small vertebrates.

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Related Concepts

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1. European Starling: The European Starling (Sturnus vulgaris) is a common bird species found throughout Europe, Asia, and North America.

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Culture

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In European folklore, starlings were believed to be the harbingers of war due to their ominous-sounding calls. In literature, they have appeared in works by Shakespeare and Dickens.

How to Memorize "starling"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a small, long-tailed bird with iridescent plumage. Visualize its acrobatic flying and mimicking abilities.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the starling with European folklore and literature. Remember its glossy green or purple iridescence.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Stars and Long Tails' to remember the name 'starling'.

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