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Synonyms & Similar Words
songbird
finch
sparrow
skylark
thrush
nightingale
warbler
mockingbird
robin
bluebird
cardinal
oriole
hummingbird
pipit
wren
titmouse
goldfinch
siskin
linnet
bunting
swallow
martin
swift
pigeon
dove
budgie
parakeet
parrot
cockatiel
canarybird
serin
yellowbird
yellowthroat
meadowlark
vesper sparrow
savannah sparrow
grasshopper sparrow
fox sparrow
song sparrow
white-throated sparrow
dark-eyed junco
American goldfinch
Meaning of Canary
The primary meaning of the word "Canary" is a small, often yellow, songbird native to the Canary Islands.
Definitions
- A small songbird of the finch family, native to the Canary Islands and widely kept as a pet, known for its beautiful singing voice.
- A person who is a warning signal or indicator of a potential problem, typically in a workplace or social setting.
- A yellow or yellowish color, typically used to describe a bright, vibrant hue.
Etymology of Canary
The word "Canary" has its roots in the Latin phrase "Canariae Insulae", meaning "Islands of the Dogs", which was the name given to the Canary Islands by the Roman explorer Pliny the Elder.
The name "Canary" was later applied to the birds that were native to the islands and became popular as pets in Europe.
Example Uses
- The canary in the coal mine was a common practice to detect toxic gases in mines.
- She kept a canary as a pet and loved listening to its beautiful singing.
- The bright yellow color of the canary's feathers was a stunning sight to behold.