tree sparrow

/tri ˌspɛroʊ/

Other forms: tree sparrows

Definitions of tree sparrow

1. noun

   Eurasian sparrow smaller than the house sparrow
   synonyms: Passer montanus

   type of:

   sparrow, true sparrow

   any of several small dull-colored singing birds feeding on seeds or insects
2. noun

   finch common in winter in the northern U.S.
   synonyms: Spizella arborea

   type of:

   New World sparrow

   sparrow-like North American finches