An attractive girl or woman.
Bird
An attractive girl or woman.
Example Sentences
"You should hear how they use 'Bird' in Britain."
"It's quite common to say 'Bird' in the UK."
Etymology & History
British slang for girlfriend or woman. Possibly from Middle English 'bride' or '20th century young woman. 'My bird' means girlfriend. Can be sexist depending on context and tone. Working-class usage.
Word Details
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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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