magpie

C2
Pronunciation
/ˈmæɡˌpaɪ/
Noun
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

One of several kinds of bird in the family Corvidae

2 Definition

A superficially similar Australian bird, Gymnorhina tibicen or Cracticus tibicen.

3 Definition

Someone who displays a magpie-like quality such as hoarding or stealing objects.

4 Definition

A fan or member of Newcastle United F.C.

5 Definition

The 3rd circle on a target, between the inner and outer.

6 Definition

A halfpenny.

Verb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To mark with patches of black and white or light and dark.

Synonyms
mottle
2 Definition

To steal or hoard (items) as magpies are believed to do.

3 Definition

To talk idly; to talk about other people's private business.

Synonyms
chatter gossip