1. plural of troupial; brightly colored songbirds of the blackbird family found in tropical America

Examples

• The troupials displayed their brilliant orange and black plumage in the morning sun.
• Several troupials nested in the palm trees near the village.
• Birdwatchers traveled to Venezuela hoping to spot troupials in their natural habitat.
• The zoo’s tropical bird exhibit featured colorful troupials alongside parrots and toucans.
• Troupials are known for their melodious songs and striking appearance.
• The ornithologist studied the feeding habits of troupials in the rainforest canopy.