1. Early riser: This is the most common meaning. A morning bird is someone who wakes up early in the morning, often before sunrise.
2. A type of bird: This is less common, but some people use "morning bird" to refer to birds that are active and vocal in the early morning, like robins or sparrows.
3. A slang term: In some circles, "morning bird" might be used as a playful or humorous way to refer to someone's morning routine or their tendency to wake up early.
To understand the intended meaning, you need to consider the context in which the term is used.
For example:
* "She's a morning bird, always up before the sun." (meaning: early riser)
* "The chirping of morning birds filled the air." (meaning: type of bird)
* "I'm not a morning bird, but I gotta get up early for work." (meaning: slang, referring to dislike of waking up early)