Ostrich dream meaning is explained below using 26 different sources. Each interpretation is shown with its source.

Interpretation 1 — Ibn Seerin

(Mail, Male ostrich) In a dream, a male ostrich represents a servant, a Gypsy, a deaf person, a castrate, an eunuch, or announcing someone’s death.

An ostrich in a dream also represents wealth and blessings.

If one sees himself slaughtering a male ostrich in a dream, it means homosexuality. Receiving a male ostrich in a dream means that one will become a man of knowledge, a judge, or preside over a high ranking post in conjunction with one’s qualifications. Riding an ostrich in a dream also means carrying a postal pouch, or becoming a courier. Riding an ostrich in a dream also means living on unlawful money. Seeing an ostrich living in one’s house in a dream means longevity. Carrying an ostrich in a dream means carrying one’s sins. Finding an ostrich egg in a dream means pursuing a woman to satisfy an erotic intention.

Source: Islamic Dream Interpretation Author: Ibn Seerin

Interpretation 2 — Nancy Wagaman

Avoidance or denial.

Hiding as a defense strategy.

Independence.

Well-grounded, practical, or earthy.

Having what you need to make progress easily or quickly.

Vision (such as clarity about the past or preparation for the future).

Dreaming of this animal can represent too much or not enough of one of those qualities, or someone or something you associate with the quality or animal.

Consider also the animal’s actions, context, and your feelings about it.

See Bird, Emu

Source: The Curious Dreamer’s Dream Dictionary Author: Nancy Wagaman

Interpretation 3 — Zolar

lucky numbers: 05-12-16-18-44-47

buying, feathers: friends know that you are guilty of miserly habits, ignoring al the facts.

sticking its head in the sand, an: cross-purposes at work wil be abruptly appeased.

wearing a hat with, feathers: a slight ailment wil cause a flurry of activity for naught.

others: your effusiveness and tact are tainted with deception.

with head held high: smugness is another’s ignoring reality.

Source: Zolar’s Book of Dreams Numbers and Lucky Days Author: Zolar

Interpretation 4 — Dream Explanations - Anonymous

Dreams of an ostrich’s neck that is in the sand represents embarrassment, shame, avoiding confrontation or dealing with awkward moments in life.

If the ostrich’s head is raised high, then this represents that you are confident, bold and willing to stick your neck out and take a risk.

Source: Strangest Dream Explanations Author: Dream Explanations - Anonymous

Interpretation 5 — Martha Clarke

The ostrich represents the denial of reality when it is unfavorable because this animal hides its head in a hole when it feels threatened. This type of dream warns you must be honest and face the circumstances of life even if they take a lot of work.
Source: The Big Dictionary of Dreams Author: Martha Clarke

Interpretation 6 — James R. Lewis and Evelyn Dorothy Oliver

The ostrich may indicate that one is ignoring reality to the point of peril, especially if the ostrich has its head buried in the sand.

If the ostrich is strutting about with its head held high, the dream may indicate a “know-it-all” smugness.

Source: Dream Symbols in The Dream Encyclopedia Author: James R. Lewis and Evelyn Dorothy Oliver

Interpretation 7 — DreamForth

To dream of an ostrich represents your evasive approach in dealing with the realities of the world. You might be in denial and refuse to acknowledge the situation at hand. Alternatively, dreaming of an ostrich stands for truth and impartiality.
Source: Dream Symbols and Analysis Author: DreamForth

Interpretation 8 — Theresa Cheung

The ostrich famously sticks its head in the sand, so are you attempting to run away from responsibility? Are you not facing reality and living in a world of your own? You may be in denial, or unwilling to accept a situation.
Source: The Element Encyclopedia Author: Theresa Cheung

Interpretation 9 — Gustavus Hindman Miller

To dream of an ostrich, denotes that you will secretly amass wealth, but at the same time maintain degrading intrigues with women.

To catch one, your resources will enable you to enjoy travel and extensive knowledge.

Source: Ten Thousand Dream Interpretation Author: Gustavus Hindman Miller

Interpretation 10 — Ariadne Green

An ostrich may come to comment on your tendency to bury your head in the sand as avoidance behavior.

The ostrich egg might represent a gift of fertility or a large prize that has been won.

(See Birds.)

Source: Ariadne's Book of Dream Author: Ariadne Green

Interpretation 11 — Dr. Mıchael Lennox

This bird is known for burying its head in the sand, which is actually a myth. When an ostrich shows up in a dream, look for areas in your life where you might be in denial or practicing avoidance.
Source: Complete Dictionary of Dreams Author: Dr. Mıchael Lennox

Interpretation 12 — Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett

This strange bird in a dream is a good omea and especially so if it kicked you; cash will be more plentiful than usual and gay social activity will follow.
Source: The Complete Guide to Interpreting Your Dreams Author: Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett

Interpretation 13 — Gillian Holloway

A man should be very careful to avoid entangling alliances with women if he dreams of seeing ostriches. This is also a warning dream for women.
Source: The Complete Dream Book Author: Gillian Holloway

Interpretation 14 — myjellybean

To see an ostrich in your dream suggests that you are not facing reality. You may be in denial or unwilling to accept a situation.
Source: My Dream Interpretation Author: myjellybean

Interpretation 15 — Betty Bethards

Avoiding growth by refusing to face life. Sooner or later one must face the self; there is no permanent way to cop out.
Source: The Dream Books Symbols Author: Betty Bethards

Interpretation 16 — Katherine Taylor Craig

Long futile conversations are here denoted (Gypsy). Coincident with the legend of the stupidity of the ostrich.
Source: The Fabric of Dream Author: Katherine Taylor Craig

Interpretation 17 — Versatile - Anonymous

Dreaming of an ostrich indicates that we are attempting to run away from responsibility.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 18 — Tony Crisp

Because of folklore, may represent avoidance of see­ing what is happening around one.
Source: A Guide to Dreams and Sleep Experiences Author: Tony Crisp

Interpretation 19 — Stephen Girard

lf you dream you are looking at an ostrich, expect to travel to some distant country.
Source: The Mystic Dream Book Author: Stephen Girard

Interpretation 20 — Vincent Wienand

1. Lack of wisdom and understanding; Job 39:13-17.

2. Denial;

Source: Dream Dictionary The Biblical Model Author: Vincent Wienand

Interpretation 21 — Margaret Hamilton

One who is in denial, too proud or fearful to face the truth
Source: Dream Dictionary Unlimited Author: Margaret Hamilton

Interpretation 22 — Internet Archive - Anonymous

A slight ailment will worry you; look to your diet.
Source: Mystic Dream Book Author: Internet Archive - Anonymous

Interpretation 23 — Joan Seaman - Tom Philbin

Desire to hide unpleasantness from oneself.
Source: New American Dream Dictionary Author: Joan Seaman - Tom Philbin

Interpretation 24 — Tyler Wolfe

Harmless or lacking good sense, Lam. 4:3
Source: Christian Dream Symbols Author: Tyler Wolfe

Interpretation 25 — Versatile - Anonymous

See birds
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 26 — Pamela Ball

see Birds
Source: Ten Thousand Dream Dictionary Author: Pamela Ball