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Definition of birdbath

birdbath

/ˈbɜːrd.bæθ/
bird · bath
Plural:birdbaths
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birdbath Lexical Profile

birdbath Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

An ornamental outdoor basin, usually elevated on a short pedestal, that is filled with fresh water to provide a place for wild birds to bathe and drink.

Example

"She positioned the concrete birdbath near the lilac bushes so she could watch the finches splashing in the water from her kitchen window."

• Nearby Words

birch
bird
bird-of-paradise
birdbath
birdbox
birdcage
birdhouse

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English as a compound of the words 'bird' and 'bath', originating in the late 19th to early 20th centuries as dedicated garden landscaping designed for wildlife became increasingly popular.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Birdbath. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/birdbath
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