Wren: meaning, definitions and examples

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wren

 

[ rษ›n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

bird species

A wren is a small, mostly brown or gray bird belonging to the family Troglodytidae. These birds are known for their distinctively loud and musical songs, which can often be heard during the spring mating season. Wrens are typically found in dense vegetation and are known for their active and inquisitive nature. They usually build their nests in shrubs, trees, and other sheltered areas, often using moss, grass, and feathers. There are over 80 species of wrens, with the house wren being one of the most common in North America.

Synonyms

bird, passerine, songbird

Examples of usage

  • I saw a wren hopping around in the garden.
  • The wren's song filled the air with delightful melodies.
  • Wrens are often seen flitting between the bushes.
  • The environmentalist praised the wren for its role in pest management.

Translations

Translations of the word "wren" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pardal

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคšเคฟเคกเคผเคฟเคฏเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Zaunkรถnig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ burung wren

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะฐะปะธะน ัะฟั–ะฒะฐะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wrรณbel

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฆใ‚ฐใ‚คใ‚น

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท troglodyte

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ reyezuelo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท wren

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋”ฑ๋”ฐ๊ตฌ๋ฆฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนุตููˆุฑ ุงู„ุจูุฑู‘

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ wren

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ wrenda

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้นช้นฉ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ wrens

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vren

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆั‹ั€ัˆั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ•แƒ แƒ”แƒœ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ wren

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ wren

Etymology

The word 'wren' originates from the Old English term 'wrenna,' which is a diminutive form derived from 'wraenna' related to 'wrinc,' meaning to twist or turn. This reflects the birdโ€™s active nature and the way it moves through its environment. The usage of 'wren' has remained relatively stable throughout history, referring specifically to the small, vibrant birds we recognize today. Over time, wrens have crossed cultural boundaries, appearing in folklore and literature as symbols of curiosity and courage. In many traditions, they symbolize the arrival of spring due to their vocal presence during this season. Their diminutive size has not detracted from their prominence in many cultures, leading to various names and legends surrounding them.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,985, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.