Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bird-colonel

Noun

/bɜːrdˈkɜrnəl/

Definition

A term used in military contexts, usually to refer to a rank or designation that combines duties associated with both bird watching and the responsibilities of a colonel.

Examples

The bird-colonel conducted a workshop on bird identification for fellow officers.
In his spare time, the bird-colonel would lead bird-watching expeditions in the barracks.
Despite his serious military duties, he was affectionately known as the bird-colonel among his peers.

Meaning

Bird-colonel is a whimsical or humorous term that suggests someone who might have a dual interest in avian observation and military leadership, though it is not a formal military rank.