Definition of bluebird
: any of three small North American thrushes (Sialia currucoides, S. mexicana, and S. sialis) that are blue above and reddish brown or pale blue below
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The blurred wings of an eastern bluebird feeding its young are reminiscent of watercolor.
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Gowaty said her work in the 1980s on female bluebirds, who mate frequently with multiple males, was originally greeted with incredulity.
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BLUEBIRD Defined for English Language Learners
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: a small North American bird that is mostly blue with a blue, brown, or orange belly
BLUEBIRD Defined for Kids
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: a small North American songbird that is blue above and reddish brown or pale blue below
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