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ringneck

4.9

A common bird hunted for sport with a pale ring around its neck

noun
/ˈrɪŋˌnɛk/

: faisán de cuello anillado

During autumn, flocks of ringnecks can be seen in the fields.
ringneck pheasant

Examples

In many states, the ringneck is considered a popular gamebird for hunting enthusiasts.
I saw a ringneck in the garden yesterday.
The hunter spotted a colorful ringneck hiding in the tall grass.
Many farmers see the ringneck as a symbol of the countryside.
Have you ever spotted a ringneck pheasant in the wild?
Hunters often seek out the ringneck pheasant for its striking appearance and challenging flight patterns.
During the fall, the ringneck pheasant can be spotted in fields and wetlands across the Midwest.

Synonyms

ring-necked pheasant

vsringneck

6.6

A common bird with bright feathers and a white ring on its neck

is a general gamebird term used especially for that species

Phasianus colchicus

vsringneck

Specialized

9.9

A large bird with bright feathers, a long tail, and a white ring on its neck often found in fields

is the everyday gamebird name rather than the scientific label

Compounds

ringneck snake

7.2

A small snake that is not poisonous with a yellow or orange ring around its neck

Surface Forms

ringneck singular

ringnecks plural

Morphology

ringneck = ring + neck (transparent) = ring + neck

Name identifies the pheasant by its pale ring around the neck; components directly describe the bird's marking.

Etymology

Ringneck comes from the two words ring ('a circular band') and neck ('the part between the head and body'). It was used for the common gamebird with a pale 'necklace' ring, so the name helps hunters and birdwatchers spot this pheasant in the fields.