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Definition of hawfinch

hawfinch

/ˈhɔː.fɪntʃ/
haw · finch
Plural:hawfinches
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hawfinch Lexical Profile

hawfinch Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A large, bulky Eurasian finch characterized by a massive, powerful bill adapted for cracking hard seeds and fruit pits, such as those of the hawthorn or cherry.

Example

"The birdwatcher patiently waited in the woodland, hoping to catch a glimpse of the elusive hawfinch cracking cherry stones in the high canopy."

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• Nearby Words

haves
havoc
haw
hawfinch
hawk
hawker
hawkesbury

Word Origin & Etymology

From Middle English, combining 'haw' (the fruit of the hawthorn) and 'finch', referring to the bird's diet of hard berries and fruit stones.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Hawfinch. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/hawfinch
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