Piiski
Piiski is a Finnish term that can refer to a few different things, most commonly a type of small, swift-moving bird. In ornithological contexts, piiski often translates to "wagtail" in English, specifically referring to birds of the genus Motacilla. These birds are known for their distinctive tail-wagging behavior.
The most common species referred to as piiski in Finland is the white wagtail (Motacilla alba), which
Beyond birds, the word piiski can also colloquially mean a whip or a lash. This usage is
In summary, piiski primarily denotes a wagtail bird in Finnish, though it can also refer to a