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单词 citril
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Definition of citril in English:

citril

(also citril finch)
noun ˈsɪtrɪl
  • A small European and African finch related to the canary, with generally yellowish-green plumage.

    橘黄丝雀

    Genus Serinus, family Fringillidae: two species

    Example sentencesExamples
    • Higher up are snow finches on the bare screes and, lower, citril finches are found where the trees and bare ground meet.
    • In this area citril finches can be found along with crested tits and crossbills; rock buntings occur in the more stony areas.
    • Higher areas are inhabited by citril finches and water pipits, peregrine falcons and griffon vultures.
    • The citril finch is a highly localised bird, found exclusively in Europe.
    • The same trapper also made history when he netted the country's very first citril finch.

Origin

Late 17th century: apparently from Italian citrinella, diminutive of citrina 'citrine-coloured (bird)'.

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