Definition
Definition of Robin - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
first nameunisex given name for a person
- Robin is coming to the party tonight.
2.
family namesurname for a person
- The famous author was named Robin.
3.
sportsRare person linked to a sports team called the RobinsRare
- He is a Robin, supporting his team passionately.
Expressions with Robin
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tax on financial transactions to reduce inequality
The government proposed a Robin Hood tax to address economic disparity.
any robin with a distinctive red breast
I spotted a robin redbreast perched on the fence.
legendary English outlaw who helped the poor
Robin Hood is a hero in many English tales.
measure of income inequality
The Robin Hood index shows the income disparity in the country.
in a long, indirect way
We went around Robin Hood's barn to get there.
Origin of Robin
Old High German, hruod (fame) + beraht (bright)
Terms with Robin included in their meaning
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Robin Hood's followers
followers or companions of Robin Hood known for their loyalty and cheerfulness
color
shade of blue similar to robin's eggs
literature
character from Robin Hood legends, a jovial monk
colors
bright green color associated with Robin Hood
English county
county in central England, known for its historical association with Robin Hood
abr: Nottinghamshire
county in England known for Robin Hood legend
acr: Pierre Robin sequence or syndrome
rare condition affecting jaw and breathing
british wildlife
European robin with a red breast
canada wildlife
American robin with a red breast
bird
European robin
historical forest
ancient forest in central England, home of Robin Hood
geography
city in England known for Robin Hood
bird
any robin with a distinctive red breast
Examples of Robin in a sentence
The teacher called on Robin to answer the question. Robin was listed in the phone directory. The award was presented to Mr. Robin. As a Robin, she never missed a game. The Robins' victory was celebrated by every Robin in town.
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- French:Robin, ...
- German:Robin, ...
- Italian:Robin, ...
- Spanish:Robin, ...
- Portuguese:Robin, membro ou adepto da equipa Robins, ...
- Chinese:Robin, 罗宾, ...
- Japanese:ロビン, ...
- Arabic:رُوبِن, مشجع أو عضو في فريق رياضي اسمه روبينز, ...
- Hebrew:רוֹבִּין, רוֹבִּין, ...
- Russian:Робин, ...
- Ukrainian:Робін, ...
- Hindi:रॉबिन, ...
Definition of robin - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
American birdUS large thrush with a rust-red breastUS
- I saw a robin searching for worms.
2.
European birdUK small songbird with an orange-red breastUK
- The robin sang beautifully in the garden.
3.
organic chemistryTECH. toxalbumin from the locust treeTECH.
- Robin is studied for its chemical properties.
4.
historical fashionRare UK trimming in front of a dressRare UK
- The dress featured a delicate robin.
Images of robin
large thrush with a rust-red breast 
small songbird with an orange-red breast 
trimming in front of a dress
Expressions with robin
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symbol of spring in North America
The arrival of the American robin signals the start of spring.
small bird with a red breast
The robin bird perched on the fence.
tournament where each contestant competes against every other
The chess club organized a round-robin to determine the best player..
any robin with a distinctive red breast
I spotted a robin redbreast perched on the fence.
type of fish with wing-like fins
The sea robin glided over the seabed with its expansive fins..
perennial herb with torn-looking pink blooms, native to Europe and Asia
Ragged robin grows well in damp gardens and attracts insects.
any North American plant of the genus Trillium
The wake-robin bloomed early in the spring.
Origin of robin
Old French, robin (little red one)
Examples of robin in a sentence
The robin's song filled the morning air. A robin perched on the windowsill, watching the world go by. In winter, the robin's bright breast stands out against the snow. Researchers are isolating robin for further study. Robin's toxicity requires careful handling in labs. The robin added elegance to the evening gown.
Designers often used robin to enhance the garment's appeal.
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- French:rouge-gorge, merle, ...
- German:Rotkehlchen, Robin, ...
- Italian:tordo americano, pettirosso, ...
- Spanish:petirrojo, toxalbumina, ...
- Portuguese:pisco, pisco-de-peito-ruivo, ...
- Chinese:知更鸟, 欧亚鸲, ...
- Japanese:コマツグミ, コマドリ, ...
- Arabic:أَبُو الحِنّاء, أَبُو الحِنَّاء, ...
- Hebrew:רוֹבִּין, אָדוֹם חָזֶה, ...
- Russian:малиновка, зарянка, ...
- Ukrainian:малинівка, робін, ...
- Hindi:रॉबिन, नारंगी-लाल छाती वाला छोटा गाने वाला पक्षी, ...
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