Meaning & Definition of word "Parrot"

Parrot

/ˈpær.ɪt/

1. A bright-colored tropical bird known for its ability to mimic sounds, especially human speech.
- Example: The parrot squawked loudly, imitating the sound of a ringing phone.
2. A person who repetitively copies or mimics the words or actions of another, often without understanding the context.
- Example: During the debate, he sounded like a parrot, repeating his party's slogans without any critical analysis.

1. To repeat or imitate someone else's words or actions without understanding.
- Example: She just parrots everything the teacher says, without making any effort to think for herself.
2. To repeat (something) in a mechanical or mindless way.
- Example: The student parroted back the information from the textbook during the exam.

Middle English 'parret', from Old French 'perroquet', from a diminutive of 'perron' meaning 'a little pet.'

parrot fashion:

To repeat something without understanding it.

to parrot back:

To repeat information verbatim.

avian:

Relating to birds.

mimicry:

The action of imitating someone or something.

exotic:

Rare and unusual, often relating to foreign birds.

Meaning: Someone who mimics or echoes what someone else says.

Example Sentence: Stop being such a parrot and come up with your own ideas!

Meaning: A person who talks excessively, especially about unimportant topics.

Example Sentence: She can go on for hours, she's such a parrot.