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grackle Synonyms
Another word for grackle
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• noun (Context 1)
Any of several long-tailed, typically iridescent blackbirds of the New World family Icteridae (especially the genus Quiscalus), native to North and Central America and noted for their loud, harsh calls and gregarious behavior.
Usage Example
"A massive flock of common grackles descended on the suburban park, their iridescent purple heads gleaming in the afternoon sun."
Strongest
icterid
Strong
blackbird
• noun (Context 2)
An Asian starling of the genus Gracula, such as the hill myna, historically recognized for its distinct yellow wattles and remarkable ability to mimic human speech.
Usage Example
"Early naturalists often classified certain vocal Asian starlings as grackles before modern taxonomy separated them from the American species."
Strong
myna
Weak
starling
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