noun

phoebe

phoebe

A phoebe built a nest on our porch.

A phoebe built a nest on our porch.

((a/the phoebe)) a type of bird A phoebe is a small bird.

Synonyms: eastern phoebe

Named after Phoebe from Greek mythology, a Titan associated with the moon.

The bird's name is said to mimic its call, which sounds like 'fee-bee'. Listen for the sound to remember the name.

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