Definition of lovebird

lovebirdnoun

chim yêu

/ˈlʌvbɜːd//ˈlʌvbɜːrd/

The term "lovebird" originated in the 17th century as a colloquialism for the African pelican, which was considered a symbol of devoted passion and fidelity. This was due to the bird's unique mating habits, where it would paired for life and care for its young together. In the 19th century, the term "lovebird" began to be used to describe the Lilac-crowned and foster's lovebirds, small parrot species native to Africa, which were also known for their devoted pair-bonding. Today, the term "lovebird" is used to describe any bird that is known for its romantic and social behavior, such as many species of parrots and cockatoos. Interestingly, the term "lovebird" is not a scientific classification, but rather a colloquialism used to describe birds that exhibit strong social bonds and affectionate behavior.

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a small African parrot (= a bird with brightly coloured feathers)

một con vẹt nhỏ châu Phi (= một loài chim có bộ lông màu sắc rực rỡ)

two people who love each other very much and show this in their behaviour

hai người rất yêu nhau và thể hiện điều này qua hành vi của họ