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ant-thrush

American  
[ant-thruhsh] / ˈæntˌθrʌʃ /

noun

  1. any of several antbirds, especially of the genus Formicarius.


Etymology

Origin of ant-thrush

First recorded in 1860–65; ant(bird) + thrush 1

Example Sentences

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He is sure of being attacked, bitten, and stung by the venomous insects; and on hearing the call of the ant-thrush, he beats an instant retreat.

From Afloat in the Forest A Voyage among the Tree-Tops by Reid, Mayne

The two best performers were our old friend the false bellbird, with its series of ringing whistles, and a shy, attractive ant-thrush.

From Through the Brazilian Wilderness by Roosevelt, Theodore

The ant-thrush soon saw them, and announced the discovery with a screech, which was a signal to scores of hungry companions.

From Afloat in the Forest A Voyage among the Tree-Tops by Reid, Mayne

At this camp he shot an interesting little ant-thrush.

From Through the Brazilian Wilderness by Roosevelt, Theodore

All at once the ant-thrush changed its tactics, and its louder note proclaimed a surprise.

From Afloat in the Forest A Voyage among the Tree-Tops by Reid, Mayne

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