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Definition of leafbird

leafbird

/ˈliːfˌbɜːrd/
leaf · bird
Plural:leafbirds
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leafbird Lexical Profile

leafbird Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

Any of several small passerine birds of the family Chloropseidae, native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, characterized by their bright green plumage that provides excellent camouflage in forest canopies.

Example

"During our birdwatching trip in Malaysia, we were fortunate enough to spot a greater green leafbird hidden among the dense foliage."

• Nearby Words

leaf turtle
leaf-nosed snake
leaf-tailed gecko
leafbird
leafhopper
leaflet
leaftosser

Word Origin & Etymology

A descriptive compound of 'leaf' and 'bird', named for the bird's predominantly green plumage which serves as effective camouflage among tree foliage.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Leafbird. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/leafbird
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