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Definition of bluebird

bluebird

/ˈbluː.bɜːrd/
blue · bird
Plural:bluebirds
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bluebird Lexical Profile

bluebird Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

North American Any of several small North American songbirds of the thrush family (genus Sialia), typically featuring a bright blue back and wings, and often a rusty or pale breast.

Example

"We set up a wooden nesting box in the garden, hoping a pair of eastern bluebirds would move in for the spring."

2

A recognized symbol or embodiment of happiness and cheerfulness, frequently referenced in cultural folklore, literature, and music.

Example

"He spent years traveling the world chasing the bluebird of happiness before realizing he was most content at home."

• Rhymes for bluebird

• Nearby Words

bluebell
blueberry
bluebill
bluebird
blueblood
bluebonnet
bluebook

Word Origin & Etymology

Originating in American English in the early 18th century as a compound of 'blue' and 'bird', referencing the striking vivid blue plumage of the male.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bluebird. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 6, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bluebird
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