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turbit

turbit

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A pigeon kept by people with a short beak and curly feathers
  • noun
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  • Many breeders admire the turbit for its compact body and short beak.

Examples

  • The turbit is often displayed at bird shows because of its distinctive frilled feathers.

  • He keeps several turbits in his aviary alongside other fancy pigeon breeds.

  • The turbit is a unique breed of pigeon.

  • Many breeders prefer turbits for their distinctive appearance.

  • The turbit is often displayed at bird shows because of its distinctive frilled feathers.

  • Many breeders admire the turbit for its compact body and short beak.

  • He keeps several turbit pigeons in his aviary alongside other fancy breeds.

Surface Forms

turbit singular
turbits plural

Etymology

The word turbit is easy to remember if you imagine a small turban of frilled feathers around the bird's neck; a helpful way to remember it is to see that collar like a 'tiny hat'. So, that image explains the modern meaning: a turbit is a fancy pigeon with a short beak and curly neck feathers.