partridge
2 synonyms for partridge, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A plump, ground-dwelling game bird related to the pheasant.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Old French perdriz, from Latin perdix, from Greek perdix — a word thought to imitate the whirring sound of the bird's wings in flight.
Full origin of partridge →Frequently asked questions
What does “partridge” mean?
The word “partridge” means a plump, ground-dwelling game bird related to the pheasant. In plain terms, a small, round game bird often hunted or eaten, most familiar from the carol "a partridge in a pear tree.".
How do you pronounce “partridge”?
“Partridge” is pronounced PAHT-rihj (/ˈpɑɹtɹɪd͡ʒ/ in IPA).
How do you use “partridge” in a sentence?
Here is “partridge” used in a sentence: “A partridge darted through the hedgerow as we walked past.”
What part of speech is “partridge”?
“Partridge” is a noun.
Where does the word “partridge” come from?
The word “partridge” comes from Latin. From Old French perdriz, from Latin perdix, from Greek perdix — a word thought to imitate the whirring sound of the bird's wings in flight.
Is “partridge” a common word?
“Partridge” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “partridge” have?
“Partridge” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a plump, ground-dwelling game bird related to the pheasant.
Related words
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