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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

canaries

/kəˈnɛəriz/ noun · British & US
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What does canaries mean?

noun

Small songbirds, typically yellow in color, native to the Canary Islands. They are popular pets and are often kept in cages.

Example

"The canaries in the coal mine were a warning sign of the impending danger."

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