Definition of Goldfinch

Gold´finch`
n.1.(Zool.) A beautiful bright-colored European finch (Carduelis elegans). The name refers to the large patch of yellow on the wings. The front of the head and throat are bright red; the nape, with part of the wings and tail, black; - called also goldspink, goldie, fool's coat, drawbird, draw-water, thistle finch, and sweet William.


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finch, genus Spinus, New world goldfinch, Spinus, Spinus tristis, yellowbird


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