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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Seed, usually constituting a mixture from several species of plant, set out as food for birds. uncountable, usually

   "If you set out birdseed in the winter, cardinals will be encouraged to overwinter."

2. 2
   food given to birds; usually mixed seeds wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

bird feedbird foodbird food

Example

More examples

"Ziri placed birdseed near the birdhouse for attracting birds."

Etymology

From bird + seed.

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