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amadavats

|am-a-da-vats|

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/ˈæməˌvæts/

(amadavat)

small Indian songbird

Base FormPlural
amadavatamadavats
Etymology
Etymology Information

'amadavat' originates from the Hindi word 'amadavat,' which refers to the city of Ahmedabad in India, where these birds were commonly found.

Historical Evolution

'amadavat' was adopted into English from the Hindi word 'amadavat,' referring to the city of Ahmedabad.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to the bird species found in Ahmedabad, and this meaning has remained consistent.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a small Indian songbird, also known as the red munia or strawberry finch, known for its bright red plumage.

The amadavat is often seen in grasslands and open fields.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/07/07 06:51