pouter pigeon
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Definition
Noun: A domestic pigeon belonging to a breed characterized by its ability to inflate its crop (a pouch in its throat) to a large size, causing its breast to swell out prominently.
Usage
The term "pouter pigeon" refers specifically to the breed of pigeon. It is used as a countable noun. * The fancier showed his prized pouter pigeon at the national exhibition. * Among the various breeds, the pouter pigeon is easily recognized by its distinctive posture.
Advanced Usage
- The term can be used attributively (like an adjective) to describe related things.
- She is an expert in pouter pigeon genetics.
- The pouter pigeon competition will begin at noon.
Variants and Related Words
- Pouter: A common shortened form for "pouter pigeon."
- He breeds fancy pouters.
- Crop: The anatomical part (an enlarged part of the esophagus) that the bird inflates.
Synonyms
- There is no direct single-word synonym for this specific breed. Descriptive phrases include "puffing pigeon" or "pigeon that puffs out its crop," but "pouter pigeon" is the standard breed name.
Different Meanings
- Pouter (noun, separate from "pouter pigeon"): A person, especially a child, who pouts (shows displeasure by thrusting out the lips).
- Don't be such a pouter; it was just a game.
Notes
The defining characteristic is the deliberate enlargement of the crop, not merely a large breast. This trait has been selectively bred for show purposes.
Noun
- one of a breed of pigeon that enlarge their crop until their breast is puffed out