Parrots

/ˈpærəts/ noun (plural), verb (third person singular)

Definition

Colorful tropical birds known for being able to mimic sounds and human speech; or to repeat someone's words without really understanding them.

Etymology

From Middle French 'perrot,' possibly derived from the name 'Pierre' (Peter), as the bird was sometimes called 'Perrot.' The exact origin is uncertain but may relate to a person's name given to a common bird.

Kelly Says

The word 'parrot' might come from the French name 'Pierre,' suggesting someone named it after a person—which is the same way we still name pets, like calling a goldfish 'Bubbles'!

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