Mockingbird

/ˈmɑːkɪŋˌbɜːrd/ noun

Definition

A mockingbird is a type of bird known for its ability to imitate the songs and calls of many other birds and sounds. It often strings together a long series of copied phrases into one performance.

Etymology

Formed in English from “mocking” (imitating, making fun of) and “bird.” The name highlights the bird’s talent for mimicry.

Kelly Says

A mockingbird’s playlist can include dozens of other bird species, frogs, and even mechanical noises. In a sense, it’s one of nature’s first ‘samplers,’ remixing the soundscape around it long before humans invented DJs.

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