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pigeonhole in Russian

pigeonhole in Russian is голуби́ное гнездо́, отделе́ние для бума́г — pigeonhole means one of the small open spaces built into a dovecote for pigeons to nest in.

pigeonhole in Russian

голуби́ное гнездо́
noun
Pronounced: golubinoye gnezdo
One of an array of open compartments for housing pigeons in a dovecote or pigeon loft.
отделе́ние для бума́г
noun
Pronounced: otdeleniye dlya bumag
One of an array of open compartments in a desk, set of shelves, etc., used for sorting and/or storing letters, papers, or other items.

What does "pigeonhole" mean?

  1. noun One of the small open spaces built into a dovecote for pigeons to nest in.
  2. noun A gap cut into a door or wall to let a pigeon through.
  3. noun One of the small open compartments in a desk or shelf used to sort letters or papers.
    "Fred was disappointed to find his pigeonhole empty except for bills and a flyer offering 20% off on manicures."
  4. noun One of the small compartments at a college or office where mail is left for someone.
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  • Fred was disappointed to find his pigeonhole empty except for bills and a flyer offering 20% off on manicures.

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What is "pigeonhole" in Russian?
"pigeonhole" in Russian is голуби́ное гнездо́, отделе́ние для бума́г. pigeonhole means: One of the small open spaces built into a dovecote for pigeons to nest in.
How do you pronounce голуби́ное гнездо́?
"pigeonhole" in Russian is голуби́ное гнездо́, pronounced "golubinoye gnezdo".
Are there other ways to say "pigeonhole" in Russian?
Yes — Russian has 2 translations listed for "pigeonhole": голуби́ное гнездо́, отделе́ние для бума́г.
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