Meaning & Definition of word "Ostrich"

Ostrich

ˈästrich

1. A large, flightless bird native to Africa, known for its long neck, long legs, and ability to run at high speeds.
- Example: The ostrich is the world's largest bird and can reach speeds of up to 45 miles per hour.
2. A person who refuses to acknowledge unpleasant realities, often used metaphorically.
- Example: By ignoring the problem, he was acting like an ostrich, burying his head in the sand.
3. The meat or eggs of an ostrich, often considered a delicacy in certain cuisines.
- Example: Ostrich meat is lower in cholesterol compared to beef and is becoming popular among health-conscious consumers.

Middle English ostrich, from Old French, from Latin struthio, from Greek strouthios.

ostrich approach:

A strategy of ignoring a problem instead of confronting it.

put one's head in the sand:

To avoid dealing with a problem.

emu:

A large flightless bird native to Australia, similar in appearance to the ostrich.

rhea:

A large flightless bird native to South America, resembling the ostrich.

Meaning: To ignore a problem.

Example Sentence: Stop being an ostrich and face the reality.

Meaning: Someone who is headstrong and refuses to see the truth.

Example Sentence: He's acting like an ostrich by not listening to advice.