noun
Meaning 1
Synonym of European goldfinch (Carduelis carduelis)
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Synonyms: European goldfinch
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Standard Lemma guide
thistlefinch
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History
Etymology
From thistle + finch. Cognate with Dutch distelvink and German Distelfink; compare also the derivation of Latin carduelis. Goldfinch favor thistle seeds for food, and use thistle down as nest material.