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Wagtail — refers to small passerine birds of the genus Motacilla, known for their characteristic tail-wagging behavior.

Wagtail — refers to small passerine birds of

Usage highlights

Wagtail birdWhite wagtailYellow wagtailGrey wagtailWagtail speciesWagtail family

Synonyms

  • 鹡鸰— wagtail (the full bird name)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The wagtail (鹡鸰) is a common sight near water bodies.
  • I spotted a white wagtail (白鹡鸰) in the garden.
  • The bird's constant tail movement identifies it as a wagtail (鹡鸰).
  • Wagtails (鹡鸰) are insectivorous birds found across Eurasia and Africa.

Collocations

  • Wagtail bird(鹡鸰)
  • White wagtail(白鹡鸰)
  • Yellow wagtail(黄鹡鸰)
  • Grey wagtail(灰鹡鸰)
  • Wagtail species(鹡鸰种类)
  • Wagtail family(鹡鸰科)

Idioms

  • Brothers in times of crisis(鹡鸰在原)
  • Fraternal affection and mutual assistance(鹡鸰情深)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In Chinese culture, the wagtail (鹡鸰) symbolizes brotherly love and mutual assistance.
  • The bird appears in classical poetry and literature as a metaphor for fraternal bonds.
  • The idiom '鹡鸰在原' describes brothers helping each other in difficult times.

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