noun
- Plural of amadavat; small colorful finches native to Asia, often kept as cage birds.
Usage: Also called avadavats or munia birds; Commonly refers to the red avadavat (Amandava amandava)
Examples
- The pet shop displayed several amadavats in decorative cages.
- Amadavats are prized by bird enthusiasts for their bright red plumage.
- These small amadavats require a varied diet of seeds and insects.
- The amadavats sang cheerfully throughout the morning.