bird-watch

verb

bird-watched; bird-watching; bird-watches

Examples of bird-watch in a Sentence

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The lake stretches majestically over Fort Sheridan’s 70-foot-high bluff; hike down to enjoy the sandy white beach, or head away from the lake and stroll through three-plus miles of forest and pristine bird-watching trails. Outside Online, 28 May 2025 For more active guests, a full-time ecologist, horticulturist, and artist offer experiences like oystering, bird-watching cruises, and pinot and painting art classes. Simon Davidson, Travel + Leisure, 25 May 2025 In addition to writers, Mr. Emanuel’s bird-watching companions included Prince Philip, the filmmaker Terrence Malick and former President George W. Bush and his wife, Laura, who was a promoter of conservation efforts in Texas. Michael S. Rosenwald, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025 Leading the investigation is the eccentric, bird-watching detective Cordelia Cupp (Uzo Aduba), who must wade through dozens of suspects, motives and potential murder weapons to solve the mystery of Mr. Wynter’s death. Lynsey Eidell, People.com, 22 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bird-watch

Word History

Etymology

back-formation from bird-watcher

First Known Use

1938, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bird-watch was in 1938

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“Bird-watch.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bird-watch. Accessed 14 Jun. 2025.

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