Bird
/bΙΛrd/noun
A warm-blooded vertebrate characterized by feathers, wings, and typically the ability to fly.
Did you know?In ancient times, birds were often seen as messengers between the gods and humans, symbolizing the soul's journey after death.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*bhergh-
βto rise, to soarβ
Old English
Old English
brid
βyoung bird, fledglingβ
Middle English
Middle English
bird
βa general term for a small animal with feathersβ
14th Century
Middle English
bridde
βthe same as bird, used to describe various flying creaturesβ
Modern English
English
bird
βa term for all avian species, embodying a sense of freedom and flight.β