parakeet

noun

par·​a·​keet ˈper-ə-ˌkēt How to pronounce parakeet (audio)
ˈpa-rə-
: any of numerous usually small slender parrots with a long graduated tail

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Standard household pets, such as dogs and cats, are exempt from regulations, as are less common but safe animals like rabbits and parakeets. Gary Singer, Sun Sentinel, 12 Dec. 2024 California Mini horses, parakeets among 81 animals killed in 3-hour gun rampage, officials say Sept. 4, 2024 Long’s attorneys have argued in court that finding out who killed Cedar, and who contacted law enforcement, is key to their case. Salvador Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 1 Nov. 2024 Echo parakeet At first glance, the echo parakeet’s nest doesn’t look like anything special. Carlyn Kranking, Smithsonian Magazine, 16 Sep. 2024 British Rating: 9/10 — Anyone who has ever experienced the vicious wild parakeets of London will experience a horrifying pang of recognition. Hannah Strong, Vulture, 13 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for parakeet 

Word History

Etymology

Spanish & Middle French; Spanish periquito, from Middle French perroquet parrot

First Known Use

1538, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of parakeet was in 1538

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“Parakeet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/parakeet. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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parakeet

noun
par·​a·​keet ˈpar-ə-ˌkēt How to pronounce parakeet (audio)
: any of numerous usually small slender parrots with a long tail

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