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wren

/ɹɛn/

Meanings
  • noun

    A small, brown bird with a distinctive crest, belonging to the kingfisher family.

  • noun

    A person who operates or maintains machinery or equipment.

    - "He's a wren in the factory, keeping the machinery running smoothly."

Pronunciation
  1. /ɹɛn/



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Rhymes
Words rhyming with wren
wren , when , then , den
Variants
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wren , wrens , Sir Christopher Wren , Wren , cactus wren , cactus wrens , Carolina wren , Carolina wrens
Etymology
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Old English 'wrenne', related to 'wrecan' meaning 'to twist' or 'to turn'. The bird's name might be derived from its twisting and turning movements.


Trivia
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  1. The wren is the smallest bird in Europe.

  2. The wren is known for its distinctive song, which can be heard year-round.

  3. In some cultures, it is believed that the wren can predict the weather.


Related Concepts
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  1. kingfisher: The wren is a member of the kingfisher family, characterized by their long, sharp beaks and their ability to catch fish.


Culture
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The wren is considered a symbol of good luck in some European cultures, particularly in Ireland, where the 'Wren Boys' tradition involves dressing up in costumes and going door-to-door on St. Stephen's Day. In literature, the wren is featured in the poem 'The Wren' by Thomas Moore.

How to Memorize "wren"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize the wren's distinctive crest and small, brown body.

  2. associate

    - Associate the wren with good luck, especially in Irish culture.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember 'Wren' as 'We Remember New' Birds.


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