ant-thrush

American

[ant-thruhsh] / ˈæntˌθrʌʃ /

noun

any of several antbirds, especially of the genus Formicarius.

Etymology

Origin of ant-thrush

First recorded in 1860–65; ant(bird) + thrush ¹

Example Sentences

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All at once the ant-thrush changed its tactics, and its louder note proclaimed a surprise.

From Afloat in the Forest A Voyage among the Tree-Tops by Reid, Mayne

There was also a tiny soft-tailed woodpecker, no larger than a kinglet; a queer humming-bird with a slightly flexible bill; and many species of ant-thrush, tanager, manakin, and tody.

From Through the Brazilian Wilderness by Roosevelt, Theodore

The two best performers were our old friend the false bellbird, with its series of ringing whistles, and a shy, attractive ant-thrush.

From Through the Brazilian Wilderness by Roosevelt, Theodore

The ant-thrush soon saw them, and announced the discovery with a screech, which was a signal to scores of hungry companions.

From Afloat in the Forest A Voyage among the Tree-Tops by Reid, Mayne

At this camp he shot an interesting little ant-thrush.

From Through the Brazilian Wilderness by Roosevelt, Theodore

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