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Definition of hummingbird

hummingbird

/ˈhʌm.ɪŋˌbɜːrd/
hum · ming · bird
Plural:hummingbirds
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hummingbird Lexical Profile

hummingbird Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A small nectar-feeding bird of the family Trochilidae, native to the Americas, noted for its ability to hover in midair by rapidly flapping its wings, which produces a characteristic humming sound.

Example

"We sat on the porch and watched a tiny, iridescent hummingbird drink nectar from the red flowers in the garden."

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• Nearby Words

humility
hummable
hummer
hummingbird
hummock
hummus
humongous

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the 1630s, named directly for the humming sound produced by the incredibly rapid beating of their wings during flight.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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