mina

Thân thiện

A colorful mina perches on a tree branch.

Definition

Noun: 1. A type of tropical Asian starling: A "mina" is a bird belonging to the starling family (Sturnidae), native to tropical regions of Asia. These birds are often known for their vocal abilities, including mimicking sounds and human speech.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The hill myna, a type of mina, is famous for its clear, human-like speech.
  • A flock of minas was chattering noisily in the tree.
  • The common myna, an adaptable mina, is often seen in urban areas.

Advanced Usage

• The word "mina" is often used interchangeably with "myna" or "mynah". All three spellings refer to the same group of birds.
• In ornithology (the study of birds), "mina" specifically refers to birds in the genera , , and related groups within the starling family.

Variants and Related Words

• Myna / Mynah (n): Alternative spellings for "mina".
• Mynah bird (n): A common compound term referring to a mina, especially as a pet.
• Starling (n): The broader family of birds to which minas belong.

Synonyms

• Myna bird
• Talking starling (for certain species like the hill myna)

Notes on Different Meanings

• The word "mina" has a separate, unrelated meaning as an ancient unit of weight and currency, originating in the Middle East. However, in modern English, when referring to the bird, the ornithological definition is primary.

Học thuật

Noun

1. tropical Asian starlings

Từ đồng nghĩa

• myna
• mynah
• minah
• myna bird
• mynah bird