sparrows

noun
UK /ˈspærəʊz/
US /ˈspæroʊz/

Sparrows are small brown birds that live near people and chirp a lot.

A group of sparrows was hopping around the bird feeder.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. The plural form of sparrow, meaning more than one sparrow.

Two sparrows sat on the fence.

3. A name sometimes used for small, plain-looking birds of several different families.

House sparrows and tree sparrows are common in many cities.

4. In stories, sparrows can symbolize smallness, cheerfulness, or everyday life.

The tale said the sparrow helped the giant by being brave and small.