scarlet tanager

/ˌskɑrlət ˌtænədʒər/
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Other forms: scarlet tanagers

Definitions of scarlet tanager
  1. noun
    the male is bright red with black wings and tail
    synonyms: Piranga olivacea, firebird, redbird
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    type of:
    tanager
    any of numerous New World woodland birds having brightly colored males
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