bird of passage
The term "bird of passage" can describe both migratory birds and people who move frequently without long-term stays.
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Definition
B2Ornithology
(technical)A bird that migrates seasonally, stopping temporarily in different regions.
Example
- The Arctic Tern is a classic example of a bird of passage, traveling from the Arctic to the Antarctic and back each year.
B2Metaphor
(figurative)A person who moves frequently and stays in places only for short periods.
Example
- As a consultant, she lived like a bird of passage, never settling in one city for more than a few months.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "bird of passage":
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