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redwing

Pronunciation: /ˈrɛdwɪŋ/
Definition of redwing

noun

  • 1a small migratory thrush that breeds mainly in northern Europe, with red underwings showing in flight.
    • Turdus iliacus, family Turdidae
  • 2any of a number of red-winged birds, especially the American red-winged blackbird.
    • Several species, in particular Agelaius phoeniceus, family Icteridae

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