Musical Symbolism

noun a bird known for its distinctive call

adjective crazy or silly, often used to describe behavior

• The cuckoo bird is known for laying its eggs in other bird's nests.
• I heard that cuckoo bird singing in the trees this morning.
• That movie was so bad, it was cuckoo!
• His behavior was so erratic, it was like he had a cuckoo clock in his head.

noun a queen or princess in India or Southeast Asia

• The rani of the kingdom was known for her grace and wisdom.
• Did you hear about the rani throwing a grand party at the palace?
• The rani is totally slaying in that outfit!
• She ruled over her domain like a true rani, commanding respect and admiration.

noun the Grim Reaper, a personification of death in various cultures and traditions

• The reaper is often depicted as a hooded figure carrying a scythe.
• I heard the reaper pays a visit to those who stay out past midnight.
• Watch out for the reaper, he's always lurking around.
• Time is the ultimate reaper, claiming all in the end.