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Definition of corvid

corvid

/ˈkɔːr.vɪd/
cor · vid
Plural:corvids
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Adjective:corvid
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corvid Lexical Profile

corvid Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A bird belonging to the cosmopolitan family Corvidae, which includes crows, ravens, jays, magpies, and nutcrackers, noted for their high intelligence and adaptability.

Example

"Many researchers study the problem-solving abilities of the corvid, as these birds often use tools to extract food from difficult places."

• Nearby Words

corset
cortex
corubal
corvid
corydalis
corydoras
corylopsis

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Latin word 'corvus' meaning 'raven', combined with the zoological family suffix '-id' (from '-idae'). It entered English in the late 19th century to classify members of the crow family.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Corvid. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/corvid
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