Birds - Women

[keys]

When guys say 'Birds' referencing to women. Where did this start from, how did it come about.

[Quizmonster]

As long ago as the 1200s, 'burd(e)' meant a maiden. That was associated with 'bryd', from which we get 'bride'. So, the connection between birds and girls/women is truly ancient.

[dippy_dumbo]

I don't know, but I don't like it! ;-)

[auldyin]

Colud it be that birds pick up worms?

[Pinotage]

'Cos they're flighty?