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partridge

The correct spelling is partridge.

How to pronounce partridge

noun

IPA: /ˈpɑːtɹɪd͡ʒ/

Say it like: Par-tri-j

The correct spelling is partridge. Any bird of a number of genera in the family Phasianidae, notably in the genera Perdix and Alectoris. For example: "On the first day of Christmas, my true love sent to me a partridge in a pear tree."

Usage Examples

On the first day of Christmas, my true love sent to me a partridge in a pear tree.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.Any bird of a number of genera in the family Phasianidae, notably in the genera Perdix and Alectoris.
  2. 2.A type cannon charge composed of several missiles fired all together, similar to langrage or case-shot. Also a large cannon that shoots stones.

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