noun
- Plural of mynah; tropical Asian birds of the starling family, often kept as pets for their ability to mimic human speech.
Usage: Also spelled 'mynas'; Common in South and Southeast Asia; Known for intelligence and vocal abilities
Examples
- The pet store had several mynahs that could repeat words and phrases.
- Mynahs are popular birds in India and other parts of Asia.
- She taught her mynahs to say her name.
- The mynahs in the aviary were very vocal and entertaining.
- Mynahs are intelligent birds that can live for many years in captivity.