Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
birds-of-a-feather-flock-together
idiom
/bɜrdz əv ə ˈfɛðər flɒk təˈɡɛðər/
Definition
People with similar interests, backgrounds, or characteristics tend to associate with one another.
Examples
- Despite their different careers, the two artists often hang out since birds of a feather flock together.
- In college, I found that most of my friends shared the same interests; it’s true that birds of a feather flock together.
Meaning
This phrase suggests that individuals who share common traits or views will gravitate towards each other.
Synonyms
- Like-minded individuals
- Similar people
- Kindred spirits
