bird-watching

bird-watching Definition

bird-watching (bʉrd′wäc̸h′iŋ, -wôc̸h′-)

noun

the observation of wild birds in their habitat, esp. such observation when engaged in as a hobby

bird-watching Related Forms

bird′·-watch′er noun or bird′·watch′er

bird-watching Usage Examples

Object

hide: There is a 1 mile walk from the car park to the nature reserve, bird-watching hide and information points.
tour: We can organize bird-watching tours for you with a local expert.
trip: Recently they expanded their travel program by also offering bird-watching trips to Trinidad & Tobago.

Converse of object

walk: Ideal for cycling, walking, bird-watching, etc. and exploring the neighboring islands.
cruise: Northern Light offers private charter, wildlife cruises, bird-watching and whale-watching cruises, dive charter, island cruising and research and survey services.
go: Go bird-watching on an excursion sponsored by a local nature society.
include: Activities include bird-watching, snorkeling, sailing and walking - one of Explore's most laid-back tours.
do: At 10.00 AM it became already quite hot and we decided to relax and do some bird-watching from the lodge.

Adjective modifier

Modifies a noun

trip: Future plans for offering bird-watching trips to Suriname are into progress.
opportunity: Thailand In Bangkok, like any capital city, there are few bird-watching opportunities.
tour: The variety of activities includes horse-back riding, hiking mountainous paths in the cloud forests, and guided bird-watching tours.
hide: The Castle Island bird-watching hide has many features of historical interest including Quoile Key which is situated close to the center.
walk: In the afternoon we'll go around Mindo's butterfly house and take a bird-watching walk through the hilly cloud forest.
holiday: All these ingredients put together make Suriname a perfect destination for a bird-watching holiday.

Modifying Another Word

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