redbreast

[ red-brest ]

/ ˈrɛdˌbrɛst /

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noun

the European robin, Erithacus rubecula.

the North American robin, Turdus migratorius.

any of various other birds, as a dowitcher or knot.

a freshwater sunfish, Lepomis auritus, of the eastern U.S.

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Origin of redbreast

late Middle English word dating back to 1375–1425; see origin at red¹, breast

Words nearby redbreast

red-blooded, redbone, red book, Red Branch, red brass, redbreast, redbrick, redbrick university, Redbridge, Red Brigades, redbud

How to use redbreast in a sentence

“A robin redbreast in a cage / Puts all heaven in a rage,” wrote William Blake.
Our Sick Passion for Execution|Lee Siegel|September 22, 2011|DAILY BEAST
So if you ever go to Robin Redbreast, girls, I think it would be just as well not to mention your school-fellows of the name.'
Robin Redbreast|Mary Louisa Molesworth
Somehow, in the pleasure and excitement of coming to Robin Redbreast, she had forgotten about the Harpers.
Robin Redbreast|Mary Louisa Molesworth
The two days at Robin Redbreast passed most satisfactorily, and long before they came to an end Jacinth felt completely at home.
Robin Redbreast|Mary Louisa Molesworth

Frances did not receive with rapturous delight the news of her invitation to Robin Redbreast.
Robin Redbreast|Mary Louisa Molesworth
Her visit to Robin Redbreast had never come to pass, and Jacinth did not very specially regret it.
Robin Redbreast|Mary Louisa Molesworth

British Dictionary definitions for redbreast

redbreast

/ (ˈrɛdˌbrɛst) /

noun

any of various birds having a red breast, esp the Old World robinSee robin (def. 1)

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