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noun
sun·​bird | \ ˈsÉ™n-ËŒbÉ™rd How to pronounce sunbird (audio) \

Definition of sunbird

: any of numerous small brilliantly colored oscine birds (family Nectariniidae) of the tropical Old World somewhat resembling hummingbirds

Examples of sunbird in a Sentence

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 Goldberg and Leachman, along with Tony Plana (Ugly Betty), are set to play a trio of sunbirds named Lama, Hool and Qapa, respectively. — Kimberly Nordyke, The Hollywood Reporter, "'Elena of Avalor': Whoopi Goldberg, Steve Buscemi Among Guest Stars for Season 2 (Exclusive)," 9 Oct. 2017 Hummingbirds were the most common target, but mantises also went after warblers, sunbirds, honeyeaters, flycatchers, vireos and European robins. — Natalie Angier, New York Times, "Birds Beware: The Praying Mantis Wants Your Brain," 22 Sep. 2017

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First Known Use of sunbird

1826, in the meaning defined above

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