Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
corbie
noun
/ˈkɔːrbi/
Definition
A corbie is a Scottish term for a raven or a carrion crow.
Examples
- The old corbie perched on the branch, watching the world below.
- In Scottish folklore, the corbie often appears as a harbinger of death.
- They say that if you see a corbie, it means trouble is near.
Meaning
Traditionally, it refers to a bird associated with gloomy scenery and sometimes symbolizes ill fortune.
Synonyms
- raven
- crow
- bird of ill omen
