patridge

/ˈpɑrdɪdʒ/

Definitions

1. noun

a small to medium-sized game bird that is typically brown or grey in color, with a distinctive black throat patch and a round body.

“The hunter was known for his ability to track down a partridge in the woods.”

Synonyms

  • game bird
  • pheasant

Antonyms

  • bird of prey
  • large bird