A bird is a warm-blooded animal with feathers, wings, and a beak, and most birds can fly. Birds lay eggs and are found in almost every environment on Earth.
From Old English “brid” or “bridd,” originally meaning “young bird” or “chick.” Over time, it replaced the older word “fowl” as the general term for all birds.
Feathers are a superpower: they insulate, help with flight, and even play roles in attracting mates. Birds are living dinosaurs—scientists now see them as the only dinosaur group that survived.
In several English dialects, especially British slang from the 20th century, “bird” developed as a colloquial, often objectifying term for a woman, linked to viewing women as decorative or less serious. This usage carries sexist connotations and reflects broader patterns of trivializing women.
Use “bird” only for the animal. Avoid using it to refer to women or people in general, as that slang is widely considered sexist and demeaning.
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