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grosbeak Definition

gros·beak (grōs′bēk′)

noun

any of various passerine birds (family Fringillidae or Emberizidae) with a thick, strong, conical bill

Etymology: Fr grosbec: see gross & beak

grosbeak Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

  • spot-winged: Of course, I was looking forward to the Spot-winged Grosbeaks that are regularly found here.
  • red-and-black: Just 50m before the restaurant we had fine views on a couple of beautiful red-and-black grosbeaks.
  • Chinese: Showing well on the Garrison was the Chinese Grosbeak which, although an escaped cage bird, is very impressive.