broken bird
The term "broken bird" can refer to both literal and figurative contexts, describing either a damaged aircraft or an emotionally fragile person.
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Definition
B2Aviation
(technical, informal)An aircraft that cannot fly due to damage or malfunction.
Example
- The mechanic declared the jet a broken bird after discovering severe engine issues.
C1Psychology
(figurative)A person who feels vulnerable or fragile due to emotional or psychological trauma.
Example
- She saw him as a broken bird, someone who needed care and understanding.
B1General
(metaphor)A bird that cannot fly because of an injury.
Example
- The children found a broken bird in the park and took it to the vet.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "broken bird":
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