Magpie

Pronunciation: /ˈmæɡˌpaɪ/

Definitions of magpie

noun a type of bird known for its black and white plumage and its habit of collecting shiny objects

Example Sentences

A1 I saw a magpie in the park.

A2 The magpie built a nest in the tree.

B1 Magpies are known for their distinctive black and white feathers.

B2 The magpie's call echoed through the forest.

C1 The magpie's intelligence and adaptability make it a fascinating bird to study.

C2 The magpie's ability to mimic sounds is a testament to its cleverness.

Examples of magpie in a Sentence

formal The magpie is known for its striking black and white plumage.

informal I saw a magpie swooping down to grab some food in the park.

slang That magpie is always causing trouble in the neighborhood.

figurative She has a magpie-like tendency to collect shiny objects and hoard them in her room.

Grammatical Forms of magpie

• past tense: magpied
• plural: magpies
• comparative: more magpie
• superlative: most magpie
• present tense: magpies
• future tense: will magpie
• perfect tense: have magpied
• continuous tense: is magpieing
• singular: magpie
• positive degree: magpie
• infinitive: to magpie
• gerund: magpieing
• participle: magpied

Origin and Evolution of magpie

First Known Use: 1470 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'magpie' originated from the Old French term 'margot' which was used to refer to a chattering, talkative person.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'magpie' transitioned from describing a talkative person to being associated with the bird known for its chattering calls and tendency to collect shiny objects.