ammer
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/ˈæmər/
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/ˈæmə/
a type of bird
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ammer' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'amer,' where it referred to a type of bird.
Historical Evolution
'amer' transformed into the modern English word 'ammer' through dialectal variations.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a type of bird,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a dialectal term for a yellowhammer, a type of bird.
The ammer sang beautifully in the early morning.
Synonyms
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