Hummingbird: meaning, definitions and examples
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hummingbird
[ หhสmษชลbษrd ]
bird species
A hummingbird is a small bird known for its unique ability to hover in mid-air due to rapid wing flapping. These birds belong to the family Trochilidae and are primarily found in the Americas. Hummingbirds are recognized for their iridescent feathers and are often attracted to flowers as they feed on nectar using their long, specialized bills. Their high metabolism requires them to consume large quantities of sugar to sustain their energy levels.
Synonyms
hummer, nectar thief.
Examples of usage
- The hummingbird hovered over the flower.
- She spotted a rare hummingbird in her garden.
- Hummingbirds are essential pollinators in many ecosystems.
Translations
Translations of the word "hummingbird" in other languages:
๐ต๐น beija-flor
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคฒเคพเคฌ เค เคเคฟเค
๐ฉ๐ช Kolibri
๐ฎ๐ฉ kolibri
๐บ๐ฆ ะบะพะปัะฑัั
๐ต๐ฑ koliber
๐ฏ๐ต ใใใใช
๐ซ๐ท colibri
๐ช๐ธ colibrรญ
๐น๐ท ลakayฤฑk kuลu
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ฒ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ุทุงุฆุฑ ุงูุทูุงู
๐จ๐ฟ kolibลรญk
๐ธ๐ฐ kolibrรญk
๐จ๐ณ ่้ธ
๐ธ๐ฎ kolibri
๐ฎ๐ธ hummingbird
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะบะพะปะธะฑัะธ
๐ฌ๐ช แฐแฃแแแแแแแ แแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ kolibri
๐ฒ๐ฝ colibrรญ
Etymology
The term 'hummingbird' has its origins in the early 19th century, derived from the words 'humming,' reflecting the sound produced by their rapidly flapping wings, and 'bird,' a general term for avian species. The birds are part of a family known for their exceptional flying abilities and vibrant plumage, found mainly in the New World. The word combines the unique characteristics of these birds, as they are often associated with sweetness and agility due to their feeding habits and aerial skills. Over time, the popularity of hummingbirds has led to their depiction in various cultures and artworks, symbolizing joy, love, and beauty. As ecological awareness has grown, so has the appreciation for the role hummingbirds play as pollinators in maintaining the health of ecosystems.