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Word: Robin
Speech Type: Noun
mid 16th century: from Robin, pet form of the given name Robert. The application of the name to the bird is probably after similar use of the name Robert, from late Middle English
ˈrɒbɪn
a small Old World thrush related to the chats, typically having a brown back with red on the breast or other colourful markings.
Short Definition:small Old World thrush related to chats
any of a number of birds that resemble the European robin, especially in having a red breast.
Short Definition:large New World thrush
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