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gray jay

noun
  1. 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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Origin of gray jay

First recorded in 1935–40
Also called Canada jay, camp robber, moosebird, whiskey jack.
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