bird feeder

noun

ˈbərd-ˌfē-dər 

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

Examples of bird feeder in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Opportunistic feeders, grackles have always liked Texas school campuses, bird feeders, hamburger stands, shopping centers anchored by grocery stores and eateries with patios that somehow turn into on-demand grackle buffets. —Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 18 Feb. 2026

Create an Obstacle Course Put two poles at least seven feet apart, then string the bird feeder on wire between the poles. —Heather Bien, The Spruce, 10 Feb. 2026

Osoeri Solar-Powered Bird Feeder with Camera imWith this bird feeder’s high-tech features, your foray into amateur birding is easier than ever. —Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2026

Oily or Sticky Substances Don’t use oil, petroleum jelly, or any other greasy, sticky substances on your bird feeders. —Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 5 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1829, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for bird feeder

• cheerleader
• proofreader
• ringleader
• bleeder
• breeder
• leader
• lieder
• meader
• pleader
• reader
• reeder
• seeder