thrush

¹thrush

noun \ˈthrəsh\

Definition of THRUSH

: any of numerous small or medium-sized birds of an oscine family (Turdidae, the thrush family) or in some classifications a subfamily (Turdinae of the family Muscicapidae) which are mostly of a plain color often with spotted underparts and many of which are excellent singers

Origin of THRUSH

Middle English thrusche, from Old English thrysce; akin to Old English throstle thrush, Old High German droscala, Latin turdus

First Known Use: before 12th century

Other Birds Terms

aerie, bunting, clutch, covey, hackle, ratite, rictus, ruff, skein, zygodactyl

Rhymes with THRUSH

blush, brush, crush, Cush, flush, gush, hush, lush, mush, plush, rush, shush, slush, tush