Ostrich

ˈästrich

Meaning & Definition

noun

A large, flightless bird native to Africa, known for its long neck, long legs, and ability to run at high speeds.

The ostrich is the world's largest bird and can reach speeds of up to 45 miles per hour.

A person who refuses to acknowledge unpleasant realities, often used metaphorically.

By ignoring the problem, he was acting like an ostrich, burying his head in the sand.

The meat or eggs of an ostrich, often considered a delicacy in certain cuisines.

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.

To ignore a problem.

Stop being an ostrich and face the reality.

Someone who is headstrong and refuses to see the truth.

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