Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tewit
noun
/ˈtɛwɪt/
Definition
A call made by a bird, often used to describe the sound of certain species.
Examples
- The male snipe made a distinctive tewit call to attract a mate.
- As we walked through the forest, we could hear the tewit of various birds echoing around us.
- The tewit of the lark signaled the beginning of spring for many birdwatchers.
Meaning
The term refers to a specific type of chirping sound usually associated with birds, particularly during mating calls or territorial displays.
Synonyms
- Chirp
- Call
- Trill
