Hummingbird

/ˈhʌmɪŋˌbɜrd/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A small, brightly colored bird known for its rapid wing beats and ability to hover in mid-air.

The hummingbird darted from flower to flower, sipping nectar with its slender bill.

Any member of the family Trochilidae, which includes various species of hummingbirds known for their iridescent plumage.

The ruby-throated hummingbird is a common sight in North America during the summer.

An informal term for someone who is lively or energetic.

My daughter is such a hummingbird, always buzzing around and keeping busy.

The term 'hummingbird' comes from the sound made by the bird's wings in flight.

hummingbird feeder:

A container used to attract hummingbirds by providing sugar water.

hummingbird effect:

A term sometimes used to describe small actions creating large impacts.

A person who is very active and quick, often flitting from one task to another.

She's such a hummingbird, always darting around trying to get things done.