wheatear

English

/ˈʍiːtɪəɹ/

noun
Definitions
  • Any of various passerine birds of the genus Oenanthe that feed on insects,

Etymology

Derived from Middle English whit ers (white arse) compound from English wheat + English ear (fruiting body of grain, auditory organ), white (a white-skinned person, bright and colorless) + English ear (fruiting body of grain, auditory organ).

Origin

English

ear

Gloss

fruiting body of grain, auditory organ

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