Bullfinch
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈbʊlˌfɪnt͡ʃ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Bullfinch is a noun meaning The Eurasian bullfinch (Pyrrhula pyrrhula).
Meaning
The Eurasian bullfinch (Pyrrhula pyrrhula).
More Meanings
- Any of various other Old World finches in the genus Pyrrhula.
- (UK, archaic, hunting, slang) A large, thick quickset hedge.
- An obstacle for a horse, consisting of a solid fence with brush above it, through which the horse should jump.
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.
Word Forms
- bullfinches
- bull-finch
Synonyms for bullfinch
Depending on context, synonyms include pope.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include monk, bull-finch, tawny, cowfinch, nope, goldfinch.
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