English sparrow

noun

1. house sparrow.

Word History and Origins

Origin of English sparrow¹

An Americanism dating back to 1875–80

Example Sentences

Fish and Wildlife also allows two other invasive non-game birds — the English sparrow and the European starling — to be killed by licensed hunters, according to the release.

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Because of the damage they did to native birds, cats — along with English sparrows — were among Bailey’s least-favorite things.

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In 2016, Dr. Bonaros watched nonnative European starlings and English sparrows go after the dregs of Brood V, also disappearing from Long Island.

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He promised that, if they continued to thrive, English sparrows would be claimed as "thoroughly naturalized citizens."

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Carnahan flies Tink mostly around the farm, where she catches small birds such as starlings and English sparrows.

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