Brambling: meaning, definitions and examples
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brambling
[ ˈbræm.lɪŋ ]
bird species
Brambling is a species of bird in the finch family, often found in Europe and Asia. They are known for their striking plumage, especially the males during the breeding season, which features bright orange and black colors. Bramblings are commonly spotted in woodlands and are often seen foraging in flocks.
Synonyms
Fringilla montifringilla
Examples of usage
- I saw a brambling in the garden today.
- The brambling sings beautifully in the early morning.
- During winter, many bramblings flock together in search of food.
- We spotted several bramblings during our birdwatching trip.
Translations
Translations of the word "brambling" in other languages:
🇵🇹 pinheiro
🇮🇳 ब्रैम्बलिंग
🇩🇪 Brambling
🇮🇩 brambling
🇺🇦 брамблінг
🇵🇱 bławatnik
🇯🇵 ブランブリング
🇫🇷 pinson du Nord
🇪🇸 pinzón real
🇹🇷 bülbül
🇰🇷 브램블링
🇸🇦 بريمبلينغ
🇨🇿 hýl
🇸🇰 březňák
🇨🇳 布兰布林
🇸🇮 brembling
🇮🇸 brambling
🇰🇿 брамблинг
🇬🇪 ბრამბლინგი
🇦🇿 bramblin
🇲🇽 pinzón
Etymology
The word 'brambling' originates from Old English 'bræmling', which is derived from 'bramble', referring to the prickly shrub that these birds often frequent. The term is closely associated with the bird’s habitat, as they are often seen in areas with bramble growth. The name has been used in English since the late 15th century, reflecting the bird's presence in the British Isles. Over the centuries, the brambling has undergone various taxonomical changes, and its classification has evolved with advances in ornithology. Despite these changes, the name has remained a nostalgic reminder of the bird's long-standing association with nature and the changing seasons.