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birdseed

[ burd-seed ]

noun

  1. any seed or mixture of seeds used for feeding birds.
  2. the seed of a grass, Phalaris canariensis, used as food for birds.


birdseed

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noun

  1. a mixture of various kinds of seeds for feeding cagebirds Also calledcanary seed
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51³Ô¹Ï History and Origins

Origin of birdseed1

First recorded in 1830–40; bird + seed
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He started pouring birdseed over my head, and the birds flew down and started peck peck pecking at me, and...

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Fish & Wildlife Service has estimated are birders, with many investing seriously in their passion by purchasing birdseed and bird watching accessories.

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In competitions or long-distance events, most jogglers prefer to use palm-size beanbags stuffed with birdseed because they are light enough for the challenge but heavy enough to withstand winds.

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In the suburbs, turkeys can take advantage of edge habitat, like woods and open spaces, and dine on a never-ending buffet of food provided by people—particularly birdseed.

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It also means that now, when they eat birdseed out of your hand, they’re gentle.

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