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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

partridge

/ˈpɑːrtɪdʒ/ noun · British & US
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What does partridge mean?

noun

A small to medium-sized bird of the family Phasianidae, typically with a brown or grey plumage and a distinctive call. In British English, a partridge is often used as a term for a small game bird.

Example

"The hunter carefully approached the partridge, trying not to startle it."

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