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Definition of linnet

linnet

/ˈlɪn.ɪt/
lin · net
Plural:linnets
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linnet Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A small Old World finch (Linaria cannabina) native to Europe, western Asia, and North Africa, noted for its melodious song and the male's distinct reddish breast and forehead during the breeding season.

Example

"The ornithologist patiently observed a flock of linnets foraging for seeds across the open heath."

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• Rhymes for linnet

• Nearby Words

link
linnaea
linndalsfallet
linnet
linoleum
linsang
linseed

Word Origin & Etymology

From Middle English 'linnet', derived from Old French 'linotte', which comes from 'lin' (flax). The bird was named for its historical dietary preference for flax seeds (linseed).

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Linnet. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/linnet
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