Starling: meaning, definitions and examples
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starling
[ หstษหr.lษชล ]
bird species
A starling is a small to medium-sized passerine bird in the family Sturnidae. They are known for their distinctive iridescent plumage and their ability to mimic sounds, including human speech. Common species include the European starling, often found in large flocks.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The starling's song was beautiful.
- A flock of starlings flew over the park.
- Starlings are known for their stunning aerial displays.
- The farmer complained about starlings eating his crops.
Translations
Translations of the word "starling" in other languages:
๐ต๐น estorninho
๐ฎ๐ณ เคธเฅเคเคพเคฐเฅเคฒเคฟเคเค
๐ฉ๐ช Starling
๐ฎ๐ฉ burung starling
๐บ๐ฆ ัะบะฒะพัะตัั
๐ต๐ฑ szpak
๐ฏ๐ต ใ ใฏใใช
๐ซ๐ท รฉtourneau
๐ช๐ธ estornino
๐น๐ท sฤฑฤฤฑrcฤฑk
๐ฐ๐ท ์ฐ๋ฅด๋ ๊ธฐ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุงูุบุฑุงุจ ุงูุณูุฌุงุจู
๐จ๐ฟ skลivรกnek
๐ธ๐ฐ skorec
๐จ๐ณ ๆค้ธ
๐ธ๐ฎ ลกkrjanec
๐ฎ๐ธ stara
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะถะฐัาััะฐั
๐ฌ๐ช แกแขแแ แแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ quล
๐ฒ๐ฝ estornino
Etymology
The word 'starling' originates from the Middle English 'sterlinge', which was derived from the Old English 'styrling', a diminutive form of 'starre' meaning 'star'. This etymology reflects the bird's star-like appearance when seen in a flock, as they move in coordinated patterns that resemble a swirling, dazzling display. The name has retained its connection to the bird's sparkling plumage and social behavior through the centuries. The term has been used in literature since at least the 14th century, with references to their beauty and song, further solidifying their place in cultural traditions across various regions. Starlings have also played a significant role in folklore and mythology, often symbolizing change and communication due to their vocal abilities and social structure.