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canary - Meaning and Examples

Meaning of 'canary' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Canary [ a.]
- Of or pertaining to the Canary Islands; as, canary wine; canary birds.
- Of a pale yellowish color; as, Canary stone.
2 . Canary [ n.]
- Wine made in the Canary Islands; sack.
- A canary bird.
- A pale yellow color, like that of a canary bird.
- A quick and lively dance.
3 . Canary [ v. i.]
- To perform the canary dance; to move nimbly; to caper.