1. a small songbird of the family Prunellidae, typically found in mountainous regions of Europe and Asia
Usage: ornithology

Examples

• The dunnock is the most common accentor species in Britain.
• We spotted an alpine accentor during our hike in the mountains.
• The accentor’s distinctive song echoed through the rocky terrain.
• Birdwatchers often confuse young accentors with sparrows.
• The hedge accentor builds its nest in dense shrubs.
• Several accentor species migrate to lower elevations in winter.