fieldfare


field·fare

noun \ˈfēl(d)-ˌfer\

Definition of FIELDFARE

: a medium-sized Eurasian thrush (Turdus pilaris) with an ash-colored head and chestnut wings and back

Origin of FIELDFARE

Middle English feldefare, from Old English, from feld + -fare; probably akin to Old English fara companion; akin to Old English faran to go — more at fare
First Known Use: before 12th century

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