birdseed

[ burd-seed ]

noun

1. any seed or mixture of seeds used for feeding birds.
2. the seed of a grass, Phalaris canariensis, used as food for birds.

birdseed

/ ˈbɜːdˌsiːd /

noun

1. a mixture of various kinds of seeds for feeding cagebirds Also calledcanary seed

Word History and Origins

Origin of birdseed¹

First recorded in 1830–40; bird + seed

Example Sentences

The fliers were found in plastic bags weighed down with birdseed, the statement said, and referenced topics discussed at recent Loudoun County School Board meetings.

From Washington Post

The “traditional” nightingales are raised on a farm and fed organic birdseed.

From The Daily Beast

A few days before Easter, sprinkle the sponge with birdseed.

From Project Gutenberg

These are often sold mixed under the trade name of "birdseed."

From Project Gutenberg