Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mavis
noun
ˈmeɪ.vɪs
Definition
A type of songbird found in the thrush family, known for its melodious singing, often associated with the nightingale.
Examples
- The mavis sang beautifully in the early morning light.
- In folklore, the mavis is often depicted as a symbol of love and joy.
- Tourists flocked to the garden to listen to the mavis’s enchanting melodies.
Meaning
The term ‘mavis’ specifically refers to the Eurasian blackbird, celebrated for its distinctive and pleasant song.
Synonyms
- blackbird
- thrush
- songbird
