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pouter

/pau.tər/ noun · British & US
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What does pouter mean?

noun

A pouter is a type of pigeon known for its large crop, which it inflates to appear larger. Pouters are often kept as pets or shown in pigeon competitions.

Example

"The breeder was proud to show off his prize-winning pouter, which had a crop that was almost as big as its head."

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