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carrier pigeon
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carrier pigeon
n.
1. A homing pigeon, especially one trained to carry messages.
2. Any of various large domestic pigeons having a prominent wattle.
carrier pigeon
n
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Breeds) any homing pigeon, esp one used for carrying messages
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.carrier pigeoncarrier pigeon - a homing pigeon used to carry messages
homing pigeon, homer - pigeon trained to return home
Translations
carrier pigeon n → piccione m viaggiatore
carrier pigeon n → piccione m viaggiatore


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