Word Meaning

ortolan definition and meaning

n. A European singing bird (Emberiza hortulana), about the size of the lark, with black wings. It is esteemed delicious food when fattened. Called also bunting.
n. In England, the wheatear (Saxicola oenanthe).
n. In America, the sora, or Carolina rail (Porzana Carolina). See Sora.