budgerigar
|budg/er/i/gar|
B2
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/ˈbʌdʒəriˌɡɑr/
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/ˈbʌdʒəriˌɡɑː/
small parrot
Etymology
Etymology Information
'budgerigar' originates from the Yuwaalaraay Aboriginal language, specifically the word 'betcherrygah,' where 'betcherrygah' meant 'good food.'
Historical Evolution
'betcherrygah' transformed into the English word 'budgerigar' through adaptation and phonetic changes.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the bird as a source of food, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of a pet bird.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a small, long-tailed, seed-eating parrot native to Australia, often kept as a pet.
The budgerigar is known for its bright plumage and ability to mimic sounds.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42