bird
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Meaning · English
A man, fellow.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
He once took in his own mother, and was robbed by a 'pal,' who thought he was a doctor. Oh, he's a rare bird is 'Gentleman Joe'!
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “bird” mean?
A man, fellow.
Is “bird” formal or informal?
bird is generally slang.