birdbath

[ burd-bath, -bahth ]

noun

, plural bird·baths [burd, -ba, th, z, -bah, th, z, -baths, -bahths].

1. a basin or tublike garden ornament for birds to drink from or bathe in.

birdbath

/ ˈbɜːdˌbɑːθ /

noun

1. a small basin or trough for birds to bathe in, usually in a garden

Word History and Origins

Origin of birdbath¹

First recorded in 1890–95; bird + bath ¹

Example Sentences

Typical sites include birdbaths, old tires, clogged gutters, portable basketball hoops, uncovered outdoor grills, potted plants with saucers and flower vases.

From Los Angeles Times

In 52 weekly entries, she sings the praises of clever crows and is heartened by the sight of blue jays and mockingbirds enjoying the heated birdbath she installed for them.

From Los Angeles Times

Typical sites include birdbaths, old tires and clogged gutters.

From Los Angeles Times

Additionally, I have taken on what feels like a part time job replenishing our birdbaths and filling and refilling deep tubs of water outside to ensure our wildlife has access to something to drink.

From Salon

First: It may be tempting to turn a shallow concrete birdbath into a trough, but think again.

From Seattle Times