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Definition of firefinch

firefinch

/ˈfaɪərfɪntʃ/
fire · finch
Plural:firefinches
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firefinch Lexical Profile

firefinch Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

Any of several small, seed-eating passerine birds belonging to the genus Lagonosticta, native to Sub-Saharan Africa, noted for the brilliant red plumage characteristic of the adult males.

Example

"During our morning walk in the savanna, we spotted a small flock of red-billed firefinches foraging in the tall grass."

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• Nearby Words

firecracker flower
firecracker plant
firecrest
firefinch
firefly
fireplace
firethorn

Word Origin & Etymology

A compound of 'fire' and 'finch', named for the vibrant, fiery red plumage characteristically displayed by the males of the species.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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