Definition of wren
1
: any of a family (Troglodytidae) of small typically brownish oscine singing birds
especially
: a very small widely distributed bird (Troglodytes troglodytes) that has a short erect tail and is noted for its song
2
: any of various small singing birds resembling the true wrens in size and habits
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The first known use of wren was before the 12th century
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