I. ˈbərdz-ˌī noun
Date: 1597
1. : any of numerous plants with small bright-colored flowers ; especially : a speedwell ( Veronica chamaedrys )
2.
a. : an allover pattern for textiles consisting of a small diamond with a center dot
b. : a fabric woven with this pattern
3. : a small spot in wood surrounded with an ellipse of concentric fibers
II. adjective
Date: 1665
1. : marked with spots resembling birds' eyes
2. : having or involving a bird's-eye view
bird's-eye perspective