Plural of accentor; multiple birds of the genus Prunella known for their melodious calls.
Plural form of accentor, formed by adding -s. Accentor comes from Latin accentor (singer), from ad- (to) + cantor (singer).
The dunnock is probably the accentor you're most likely to see in Europe—it's a plain-looking bird that sings beautifully from hedgerows, and its name literally comes from its singing talent!
Plural of 'accentor'; carries the same male-default occupational bias as the singular form, historically tied to male-dominated vocal roles.
Use 'vocalists', 'singers', or 'melody singers' to avoid gendered occupational language.
["vocalists","singers","melody singers"]
Women have been central to vocal performance across cultures; the male default in this term obscures their historical contributions.
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