ortolans

/ˈɔːrtələnz/ /ˈɔːrtələnz/

Meanings

noun

A small European migratory bunting (Emberiza hortulana), once eaten whole as a delicacy.

Examples :

"In France, the consumption of ortolans, small birds eaten whole, is a controversial culinary tradition. "

noun

Any of various similar birds, especially the bobolink, sora, or snow bunting.

Examples :

"The ortolans, including some bobolinks, were chirping loudly outside the classroom window. "

bird animal nature

Related Words

bobolink noun

/ˈbɑːbəlɪŋk/ /ˈbɑːboʊlɪŋk/

An American migratory songbird, Dolichonyx oryzivorus, resembling a blackbird with the bill of a finch.

"During our summer picnic in the meadow, we heard the distinct, bubbling song of a bobolink perched on a tall stalk of grass. "

controversial adjective

/kɒn.tɹə.ˈvɜː.sjəl/ /kɑn.tɹə.ˈvɝ.si.əl/

Arousing controversy—a debate or discussion of opposing opinions.

"The school's new dress code was controversial, sparking debate among parents about its impact on students' freedom of expression. "

including verb

/ɪnˈkluːdɪŋ/

To bring into a group, class, set, or total as a (new) part or member.

"I will purchase the vacation package if you will include car rental."

classroom noun

/ˈklɑːsɹʊm/

A room, often in a school, where classes take place

"The children were excited to go to their classroom in the morning. "

migratory adjective

/ˈmaɪ.ɡɹəˌtɔ.ɹi/ /ˌmaɪˈɡɹeɪ.tə.ɹi/

(of birds, etc) Migrating.

"Many birds are migratory, flying south for the winter. "

especially adverb

/əˈspɛʃ(ə)li/

(manner) In a special manner; specially.

"My sister is very helpful, especially when it comes to organizing things. "

culinary adjective

/ˈkʌlɪn(ə)ɹi/ /ˈk(j)ulɪˌnɛɹi/

Relating to the practice of cookery or the activity of cooking.

"Her culinary skills were excellent."

chirping verb

/ˈtʃɜːrpɪŋ/ /ˈtʃɝːpɪŋ/

To make a short, sharp, cheerful note, as of small birds or crickets

"The birds were chirping happily outside my window this morning. "

bobolinks noun

/ˈbɑːbəlɪŋks/ /ˈbɒbəlɪŋks/

An American migratory songbird, Dolichonyx oryzivorus, resembling a blackbird with the bill of a finch.

"In the meadow, we spotted several bobolinks, their black and white plumage flashing as they flew between the tall grasses. "

consumption noun

/kənˈsʌmp.ʃən/

The act of eating, drinking or using.

"The consumption of snails as food is more common in France than in England."

delicacy noun

/ˈdɛlɪkəsi/

The quality of being delicate.

"The delicacy of the antique teacup meant we had to handle it with extra care. "

tradition noun

/tɹəˈdɪʃn̩/

A part of culture that is passed from person to person or generation to generation, possibly differing in detail from family to family, such as the way to celebrate holidays.

"Our family's tradition is to have a big Thanksgiving dinner with all our relatives. "