pigeon
Pronunciation: [ˈpɪdʒən]
Word
Context: “animal”
(noun) a type of bird that is often found in cities. Pigeons are usually gray and have a little iridescent shine on their feathers. People often see them in parks or streets, and they like to eat seeds and bread.
Example
The children loved watching the pigeon eat crumbs on the sidewalk.
Example
There were no pigeons in the park today; it felt empty without them.
Example
Have you ever seen a pigeon up close?
Context: “informal speech”
(noun) a slang term sometimes used for someone who is easily fooled or tricked. It's like when someone believes a silly story without thinking it through.
Example
He was a real pigeon for believing that old joke.
Example
She is not a pigeon; she always thinks carefully before believing something.
Example
Do you think he looks like a pigeon for falling for that prank?
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