Skylark/ˈskaɪlɑːrk/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Bird Species Remember it's a specific type of bird, not used for birds in general. I spotted a skylark, but not any robins today. Pro Tip 2/3Poetic Symbol Skylarks are often symbols of joy and freedom in songs and poetry. Shelley's poem 'To a Skylark' praises the bird's joyful song. Pro Tip 3/3Nature's Musician Focus on the skylark's singing. The term highlights its musical quality. The skylark's morning song was nature's perfect symphony.