Meaning & use
Pheasant
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A large, long-tailed game bird with brightly colored plumage in the male, often hunted or raised for food.
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A pheasant darted out of the hedgerow as the hunters approached.
Roast pheasant was served as the centerpiece of the autumn feast.
A note on using this word
Pheasants are native to Asia but were introduced to Europe and North America centuries ago, largely for hunting.
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