MISTLE THRUSH


Meaning of MISTLE THRUSH in English

[ 'mɪs(ə)l ]

(also missel thrush )

■ noun a large thrush with a spotted breast and harsh rattling call, having a fondness for mistletoe berries. [ Turdus viscivorus .]

Origin

C17: mistle from OE mistel (see mistletoe ).

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