Acridotheres

Pronunciation: /əˈkrɪdəˌθɪəriːz/

Definitions of acridotheres

noun a type of bird in the starling family native to Asia, known for its loud calls and aggressive behavior

Example Sentences

A1 The acridotheres are common birds in urban areas.

A2 The acridotheres have a distinct call that can be heard from far away.

B1 The acridotheres are known for their adaptability to various environments.

B2 The acridotheres are often seen in large flocks, especially during feeding times.

C1 The acridotheres exhibit complex social behaviors within their groups.

C2 Researchers have documented the intelligence of acridotheres in problem-solving tasks.

Examples of acridotheres in a Sentence

formal The acridotheres are a type of bird known for their distinctive calls and social behaviors.

informal I saw a flock of acridotheres hanging out near the park yesterday.

slang Those acridotheres are always causing a ruckus in the neighborhood.

figurative The acridotheres symbolize freedom and adaptability in many cultures.

Grammatical Forms of acridotheres

• plural: acridotheres
• comparative: more acridotheres
• superlative: most acridotheres
• present tense: acridotheres
• future tense: will acridotheres
• perfect tense: have acridothered
• continuous tense: is acridothering
• singular: acridotheres
• positive degree: acridotheres
• infinitive: to acridotheres
• gerund: acridothering
• participle: acridothered

Origin and Evolution of acridotheres

First Known Use: 1750 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'acridotheres' originated from Greek, where 'akris' means sharp or bitter, and 'theres' means hunter.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a genus of starlings native to Asia, the term 'acridotheres' has evolved to encompass a broader meaning of any bird in the starling family with similar characteristics.