Pigeon: meaning, definitions and examples

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pigeon

 

[ หˆpษชdส’ษ™n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

bird species

Pigeons are medium to large birds belonging to the family Columbidae. They are known for their stout bodies and short necks, as well as their ability to adapt to various urban environments. Many species are commonly found in cities worldwide, where they are often seen in parks and on streets. Pigeons are also recognized for their homing ability, which has been utilized in the past for communication purposes. Furthermore, they play a significant role in ecosystems by serving as seed dispersers and being a food source for various predators.

Synonyms

bird, dove, fowl

Examples of usage

  • The pigeon coos softly as it nests on the windowsill.
  • Pigeons often gather in large flocks in urban areas.
  • The racing pigeon returned home after a long journey.
  • He fed the pigeons in the park every Sunday.
  • The city has implemented measures to manage the pigeon population.

Translations

Translations of the word "pigeon" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pombo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคฌเฅ‚เคคเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Taube

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ merpati

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะพะปัƒะฑ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ goล‚ฤ…b

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท pigeon

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ paloma

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gรผvercin

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋น„๋‘˜๊ธฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญู…ุงู…ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ holub

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ holub

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ธฝๅญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ golob

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ dufa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบำฉะณะตั€ัˆั–ะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ—แƒฃแƒ—แƒ˜แƒงแƒฃแƒจแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gรถyษ™rรงin

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ paloma

Etymology

The word 'pigeon' is derived from the Middle English term 'pijon', which itself came from the Old French word 'pijon'. This Old French word likely has its roots in the Latin word 'pipio', which means 'young chirping bird'. The transition from 'pipio' to 'pijon' reflects the phonetic evolution of the word over centuries. Pigeons have been domesticated for thousands of years and have played an integral role in various cultures throughout history. They were often used as messenger birds due to their excellent homing abilities, especially during times of war. The domestication of pigeons can be traced back to ancient civilizations, where they were bred for various purposes, including food and companionship. Today, pigeons are commonly associated with urban environments, where they thrive in the presence of humans.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #12,483, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.