birdling

Definitions

1. A little bird; especially, a baby bird.
2. Turtle.
   rare

Equivalents

Examples

“Near-synonyms: birdlet, birdie, birb; chick, nestling, fledgling”

“Clasped, love⟳, close⟳ to thy heart, thy birdling Foldeth her wings in peace-- Trusts, love⟳! feeling nor cold nor shadow, Finding at last⟳ her ease, From fear a safe release⟳, Heart's love⟳, with thee."”

“Nay, fear not, birdling! let⟳ me gently Uplift and hold⟳ thee in my hand; Thou gazest on me so intently, Thou must my motive understand⟳.”

CEFR level