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spinus tristis

 

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Noun spinus tristis has 1 sense
  1. New world goldfinch, goldfinch, yellowbird, Spinus tristis - American finch whose male has yellow body plumage in summer
    --1 is a kind of finch
    --1 is a member of Spinus, genus Spinus

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spinus tristis

Noun: spinus tristis (1)

Definition: A small American finch (also known as the American goldfinch) with a bright yellow body and black wings.

Example sentence: The spinus tristis perched on the tree branch, its vibrant yellow feathers adding color to the garden.

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Adjective: spinus tristis (1)

Definition: Sad or depressed.

Example sentence: After the breakup, Jenny was feeling spinus tristis and found solace in writing poetry.

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Noun: spinus tristis (2)

Definition: In local parlance, a term used to describe someone who is unadventurous or lacks enthusiasm.

Example sentence: Chris is such a spinus tristis when it comes to trying new foods; he always sticks to the same dishes.

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