towhee

English

Etymology

Imitative of the call of the eastern towhee, Pipilo erythrophthalmus.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈtoʊhiː/

Noun

towhee (plural towhees)

  1. Any of several species of birds of the genera Pipilo and Melozone.

Usage notes

  • The taxonomical classification varies. Some authorities place all towhees in Pipilo, others place some in Melozone.

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