1. Plural of ouzel; small to medium-sized songbirds of the thrush family, typically found in Europe and Asia.
Usage: Also spelled 'ousels' in some contexts.; Common types include the ring ouzel and the water ouzel (dipper).

Examples

• The ouzels sang beautifully from the branches of the old oak tree.
• Water ouzels are skilled swimmers that hunt for food along rocky streams.
• During migration, several ouzels were spotted in the nature reserve.
• The ring ouzels are known for their distinctive white chest markings.
• Birdwatchers gathered early to observe the ouzels in their natural habitat.