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serin

Pronunciation: /ˈsɛrɪn/

Definition of serin

noun

  • a small Eurasian and North African finch related to the canary, with a short bill and typically streaky plumage.
    • Genus Serinus, family Fringillidae: several species, in particular the European serin (S. serinus)

Origin:

mid 16th century (denoting a canary): from French, 'canary', of unknown ultimate origin

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Definition of serin in the US English dictionary