Goldfinch

n.

1.

(Zool.) A beautiful bright-colored European finch (Carduelis elegans). The name refers to the large patch of yellow on the wings. The front of the head and throat are bright red; the nape, with part of the wings and tail, black; - called also goldspink, goldie, fool's coat, drawbird, draw-water, thistle finch, and sweet William.

Noun	1.	goldfinch - American finch whose male has yellow body plumage in summer Synonyms: New world goldfinch, Spinus tristis, yellowbird
	2.	goldfinch - small European finch having a crimson face and yellow-and-black wings Synonyms: Carduelis carduelis

finch, genus Spinus, New world goldfinch, Spinus, Spinus tristis, yellowbird