birdseed

noun

bird·​seed ˈbərd-ˌsēd How to pronounce birdseed (audio)
: a mixture of seeds (as of hemp, millet, and sunflowers) used for feeding caged and wild birds

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Any bird enthusiast will tell you that one of the biggest joys is seeing wild birds enjoy backyard feeders that have been lovingly hung and stocked with birdseed. Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 7 July 2025 Preventing bear encounters The Forest Lake Police Department said bears are attracted to things that seem like food to them, including birdseed, dog food, fruits, grease on grills, trash and fish. Kathryn Kovalenko, Twin Cities, 27 June 2025 Limited supplies, including birdseed, will be provided. Pomerado News, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 June 2025 Franklin’s also stocks Valley Feed from Bonner Springs for backyard chickens, plus birdseed and native grass seeds to support pollinators and local wildlife. David Hudnall, Kansas City Star, 8 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for birdseed

Word History

First Known Use

1661, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of birdseed was in 1661

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“Birdseed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/birdseed. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.

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birdseed

noun
bird·​seed ˈbərd-ˌsēd How to pronounce birdseed (audio)
: a mixture of seeds (as of sunflowers and millet) used for feeding birds

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