One who or that which chirps; a little bird.

A little or young bird; a nestling.

colloquial. Any small bird, such as a sparrow, robin, canary, etc. Frequently in speech by or to young children. Cf. dicky, n.1 7a.

A pet name (or a child's name) for: a bird; a little bird.

A little or young bird.

Uses relating to dicky bird, n. colloquial. A small bird. Frequently in speech by or to young children. Cf. dicky bird, n. 1. Now rare.

An affectionate term or pet name for: any small bird; cf. dicky bird, n. Also: a decorative or ornamental representation of a small bird.

A little or young bird.