English Explanatory Dictionary

bullfinch

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The Eurasian bullfinch (Pyrrhula pyrrhula).
  2. Any of various other Old World finches in the genus Pyrrhula.
  3. A large, thick quickset hedge.
  4. An obstacle for a horse, consisting of a solid fence with brush above it, through which the horse should jump.

Pronunciation

/ˈbʊlˌfɪnt͡ʃ/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-bullfinch.wav

Word forms

bullfinch bullfinches bull-finch

Etymology

From bull + finch.

Synonyms

Eurasian bullfinch common bullfinch pope
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