birdseed
noun
bird·seed
ˈbərd-ˌsēd 
: a mixture of seeds (as of hemp, millet, and sunflowers) used for feeding caged and wild birds
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Choosing quality birdseed is essential.
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Lauren David, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Apr. 2026
An otter broke into a garden center in southern Scotland, hid under a shelf undetected for hours and helped itself to dog food and birdseed before staff discovered it the next morning.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 21 Apr. 2026
To make this, spread peanut butter on a paper towel or toilet paper tube using a butter knife, and roll the whole tube in birdseed.
—Farima Ferguson, The Spruce, 9 Apr. 2026
Seal dry goods, such as pet food and birdseed, in airtight containers in the pantry or garage so mice can't get into them.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2026
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Lauren David, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Apr. 2026
An otter broke into a garden center in southern Scotland, hid under a shelf undetected for hours and helped itself to dog food and birdseed before staff discovered it the next morning.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 21 Apr. 2026
To make this, spread peanut butter on a paper towel or toilet paper tube using a butter knife, and roll the whole tube in birdseed.
—Farima Ferguson, The Spruce, 9 Apr. 2026
Seal dry goods, such as pet food and birdseed, in airtight containers in the pantry or garage so mice can't get into them.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for birdseed
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“Birdseed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/birdseed. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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birdseed
noun
bird·seed
ˈbərd-ˌsēd
: a mixture of seeds (as of sunflowers and millet) used for feeding birds
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