Jāy, n.

n. [Fr. geai, O. Fr. gei, jaie, Pr. gai, jai, Sp. gajo, gaya.] (Ornith.) A rather showy bird (Garrulus [or Corvus] glandarius), common in Europe, of red-brown color above, and a faint yellow below, and having a low, erectile crest of feathers.

Blue Jay (Garrulus cristatus).

☞ The jay is often something of a mimic, though its note is harsh. The American jay, or blue jay (Cyanurus cristatus), is of a much more brilliant coloring, having a bright violet, sky blue, and white coat, ornamented with a crest of light blue or purple feathers, which he can elevate or depress at pleasure. The Canada jay (Perisoreus Canadensis) is of a dull gray color without any blue, and has no crest. Baird. Madie.