kiskadee

American  

[kis-kuh-dee] / ˈkɪs kəˌdi /

noun

1. any of several American flycatchers of the genus Pitangus, especially P. sulphuratus great kiskadee, ranging from the southwest U.S. to Argentina and noted for their loud calls and aggressive nature.

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Etymology

Origin of kiskadee

First recorded in 1890–95; said to be imitative

Example Sentences

So the researchers waited until a kiskadee was perched near a stream.

From Science Magazine • Dec. 22, 2021

At half-past five a kiskadee shouted at the top of his lungs from the bamboos, but he probably had a nightmare, for he went to sleep and did not wake again for half-an-hour.

From Edge of the Jungle by Beebe, William

Luncheon on the day following the kiskadee bird's narrow squeak for his life was a dreary affair for Mr. Fitzhugh Carroll.

From The Unspeakable Perk by Adams, Samuel Hopkins