Starling (noun)

1. A common European bird with glossy black or purple-black plumage, a short tail, and a characteristic flight.
2. A small passerine bird of the family Sturnidae, typically having glossy black or purple-black plumage and a short tail.

Origin:

Middle english: from old english stærling, of germanic origin; related to dutch starling and german stärling.

Examples:

1. Starlings are known for their ability to mimic other birds' songs.
2. The starlings were gathering in large flocks before they migrated.
3. A flock of starlings circled above the city.
4. The starling is a common garden bird in many parts of the world.
5. The starlings were making a lot of noise in the tree.