Meaning & Definition of word "Verdin"

Verdin

/ˈvɜrdɪn/

1. A small, yellow-green songbird of the sparrow family, found mainly in the southwestern United States and Mexico.
- Example: The verdin flitted among the branches, its bright yellow underparts shining in the sunlight.
2. A specific species of bird, *Auriparus flavescens*, known for its distinctive nesting behavior and vocalizations.
- Example: During our birdwatching trip, we managed to spot a verdin building its intricate nest in the thorny bush.
3. A member of the genus Auriparus, which includes the verdin.
- Example: Ornithologists are particularly fond of studying the behavior of verdins in their natural habitat.

Derived from the Spanish word 'verdin', which is a diminutive form of 'verde' meaning 'green'.

singing like a verdin:

To sing cheerfully or melodically.

as bright as a verdin:

To be cheerful or lively in demeanor.

bird:

a warm-blooded vertebrate animal that is characterized by feathers and forelimbs modified into wings.

nectar:

a sugary fluid secreted by plants, especially flowers, that attract pollinators.

hummingbird:

a small bird capable of hovering in mid-air due to the rapid movement of its wings.

Meaning: To be lively or energetic.

Example Sentence: After her coffee, she was as verdin as ever, ready to take on the day.

Meaning: To show off with bright clothing or charisma.

Example Sentence: He walked into the party dressed in bright colors, really trying to verdin the room.