English sparrow
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of English sparrow
An Americanism dating back to 1875–80
Example Sentences
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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.
From Los Angeles Times
Because of the damage they did to native birds, cats — along with English sparrows — were among Bailey’s least-favorite things.
From Washington Post
In 2016, Dr. Bonaros watched nonnative European starlings and English sparrows go after the dregs of Brood V, also disappearing from Long Island.
From New York Times
He promised that, if they continued to thrive, English sparrows would be claimed as "thoroughly naturalized citizens."
From Salon
Carnahan flies Tink mostly around the farm, where she catches small birds such as starlings and English sparrows.
From Washington Times
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