bullfinch

/ˈbʊlˌfɪnt͡ʃ/

bullfinch

English Noun
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Definition

The Eurasian bullfinch (Pyrrhula pyrrhula).

Etymology

From bull + finch.

Example Sentences

  • "Young Hurrell turned them on the right; the officer on the polo pony and Mr. Westall, between them, dissected a "bullfinch" on the left, but the ditch and the briars took toll of the former."
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