What does birdseed mean?

Definitions for birdseed
ˈbɜrdˌsidbird·seed

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. bird feed, bird food, birdseednoun

    food given to birds; usually mixed seeds

Wiktionary

  1. birdseednoun

    Seed, usually constituting a mixture from several species of plant, set out as food for birds.

    If you set out birdseed in the winter, cardinals will be encouraged to overwinter.

Wikipedia

  1. birdseed

    Bird food or bird seed is food (often varieties of seeds, nuts, and/or dried fruits) intended for consumption by wild and domestic birds. While most bird food is fed to commercial fowl (such as chicken or turkey), bird food is also used to feed pet birds or provide a feeding site for wild birds. The various types of bird food reflect the species of bird that can be fed, whether they are carnivores, herbivores, insectivores, nectarivores, etc. Bird food can also differ by the feeding strategies employed by beaks in cracking the seed coat and obtaining the meat of the seed. Black-oil sunflower seeds attract the widest variety of birds, and are commonly used in backyard bird feeders. However, other varieties of seed can help attract specific types of birds to gardens and backyards. In general, mixtures that contain red millet, oats, and other "fillers" are not attractive to most birds, and can lead to waste as the birds sort through the mix, as well as the potential for fungal and bacterial growth. While popular, bird feeders carry potential risks for the birds that feed there, such as disease, malnutrition, and predation by animals. Researchers recommend that bird feeders be disinfected every time they are refilled.

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  1. birdseed

    Birdseed is a type of food specially designed for the dietary needs of birds. It usually consists of a mixture of small seeds such as sunflower seeds, millet, and flax, among others, which are a significant source of nutrition for various species of birds. It is commonly used by bird owners for feeding their pets or by individuals who want to attract wild birds for bird watching.

Webster Dictionary

  1. Birdseednoun

    canary seed, hemp, millet or other small seeds used for feeding caged birds

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  1. debrides

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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of birdseed in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of birdseed in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

Examples of birdseed in a Sentence

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    Moths that feed on grains are a very common type of insect that invades homes, the Indian Meal Moth’s favorite food is bird seed. A homeowner inadvertently brings them into their home by purchasing a bag of birdseed that is infested, and within a few weeks, a home can become infested with moth larvae and adults. To avoid an infestation, carefully check over a bird seed bag for moth larvae, adults, and webbing before buying — and then keep it stored in a tightly sealed plastic bin to avoid attracting animals.Is your city on this list of the most pest-infested ? Spills happen — but if even a little bit of the mess is left behind, the bugs simply ca n’t resist.

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