bird feeder
noun
variants
or less commonly birdfeeder
or bird-feeder
plural bird feeders also birdfeeders
: a device or apparatus for supplying food to birds
especially
: one that is designed to be used outdoors in order to attract wild birds
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Make sure bird feeders are clean and have fresh food.
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Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 24 Jan. 2026
Siers will discuss new and established bird feeders, offer information on best practices and help resolve issues bird feeder owners may be having, according to a social media post.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 20 Jan. 2026
At the very least, get a bird feeder.
—Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Jan. 2026
When installing bird feeders, experts recommend locating them within 3 feet of a window or farther than 30 feet.
—Kier Holmes, Martha Stewart, 18 Jan. 2026
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Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 24 Jan. 2026
Siers will discuss new and established bird feeders, offer information on best practices and help resolve issues bird feeder owners may be having, according to a social media post.
—Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 20 Jan. 2026
At the very least, get a bird feeder.
—Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Jan. 2026
When installing bird feeders, experts recommend locating them within 3 feet of a window or farther than 30 feet.
—Kier Holmes, Martha Stewart, 18 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for bird feeder
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“Bird feeder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bird%20feeder. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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