gray jay

noun

a gray jay, Perisoreus canadensis, of northern North America, noted for its boldness in stealing food from houses, traps, camps, etc.

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Nearby words

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Origin of gray jay

First recorded in 1935–40

Also called Canada jay, camp robber, moosebird, whiskey jack.

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