Cowbird

Definition of Cowbird

Cow´bird`   Pronunciation: ~bẽrd`
n.1.(Zool.) The cow blackbird (Molothrus ater), an American starling. Like the European cuckoo, it builds no nest, but lays its eggs in the nests of other birds; - so called because frequently associated with cattle.

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blackbird, genus Molothrus, Molothrus, New World blackbird
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