Definition

A person who observes or watches birds as a hobby or for enjoyment.

Example

My grandfather is an avid birder who spends every weekend in the park looking for different species of birds.

Conversation

I've been thinking about becoming a birder lately.

That sounds interesting! What got you into it?

I love nature, and birds are so beautiful to observe.

You should definitely give it a try; there are so many species to see!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Birder → The word is formed from "bird" (from Old English "brid", meaning a young bird or chick) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A birder is a person who observes or identifies birds.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is a 'person' ('-er') that is interested in 'birds' — that's what a birder is.

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