firebird

noun/ˈfaɪərˌbɜrd/

Frequency rank: #17,724 most common English word

Meaning

a mythical bird associated with fire, often depicted as a brilliantly colored and magical creature.

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Example sentence

The dancer wore a costume inspired by the legendary firebird of ancient mythology.

Synonyms & related words

  • phoenix
  • thunderbird
  • roc

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