psitaciforme.
(Of the Gr. ?, Parrot, and -form).
1. adj. Zool. It is said the prensoras birds of hooked beak, fast flight and bright colours, some of which are able to imitate the human voice; e.g. the Parakeet, Parrot and cockatoo. U t. c. s.
2. f. pl. Zool. Order of these birds.
ORTOGR. ESCR. with may. initial.
