Definition

A type of bird that mainly eats seeds, often belonging to the finch family.

Example

The seedeater perched on the branch, searching for seeds to eat.

Conversation

Did you see that little bird outside?

Yeah, I think it's a seedeater.

I love watching them, they are so interesting!

Me too! They really know how to find food.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Seedeater → The word is formed from "seed" (from Old English *sǣd*, meaning the reproductive part of a plant) and "eater" (from Old English *etan*, meaning to consume or devour). A seedeater is an animal that consumes seeds as its primary food source.

Memory Tip

Think of an animal that 'consumes' ('eater') 'seeds' — that's why a seedeater is known for eating seeds.

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