Pipit: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ฆ
pipit
[ หpษชpษชt ]
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
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:
๐ต๐น pipit
๐ฎ๐ณ เคชเคฟเคชเคฟเค
๐ฉ๐ช Pipit
๐ฎ๐ฉ pipit
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟัะฟัั
๐ต๐ฑ pipit
๐ฏ๐ต ใใใใ
๐ซ๐ท pipit
๐ช๐ธ pipit
๐น๐ท pipit
๐ฐ๐ท ํผํ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุจูุจุจุช
๐จ๐ฟ pipit
๐ธ๐ฐ pipit
๐จ๐ณ ็ฎ็ฎ็น
๐ธ๐ฎ pipit
๐ฎ๐ธ pipit
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฟัะฟัั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแขแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ pipit
๐ฒ๐ฝ 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.