Pipit: meaning, definitions and examples

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pipit

 

[ หˆpษชpษชt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

bird species

A pipit is a small to medium-sized songbird belonging to the family Motacillidae. They are typically found in open habitats such as grasslands, fields, and savannas. Pipits are characterized by their slender bodies, long tails, and a distinctively upbeat, melodic song. They are known for their agile flight and often exhibit a behavior of running along the ground to forage for insects and seeds. Pipits are migratory birds, and many species undertake long journeys between breeding and wintering grounds.

Synonyms

snipe, songbird, wagtail

Examples of usage

  • I saw a pipit hopping around the grassy field.
  • The meadow was alive with the song of a pipit.
  • Pipits can be found in various habitats around the world.
  • During migration, the pipit travels thousands of miles.
  • We spotted several pipits during our birdwatching trip.

Translations

Translations of the word "pipit" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pipit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคฟเคชเคฟเคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Pipit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pipit

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั–ะฟั–ั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pipit

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ”ใƒ”ใƒƒใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท pipit

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ pipit

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท pipit

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ”ผํ•

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจูŠุจุจุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pipit

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pipit

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็šฎ็šฎ็‰น

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pipit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ pipit

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟั–ะฟั–ั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒ˜แƒžแƒ˜แƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pipit

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ pipit

Etymology

The term 'pipit' has its origins in the late 19th century, derived from the imitation of the sound made by these small birds, which is often described as a soft, piping call. The word itself is believed to be related to the Old French 'pipit', which referred to a small bird, and possibly traces further back to a variety of onomatopoeic origins in several languages that capture the sound of these birds. The family Motacillidae, to which pipits and wagtails belong, has been studied extensively in the context of avian evolution and behavior, providing significant insights into the adaptability and ecological specialization of these genera. Over time, pipits have been recognized for their unique melodies and behaviors, making them a subject of interest for ornithologists and birdwatchers alike.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,714, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.