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单词 pigeon wing
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Definition of pigeon wing in English:

pigeon wing

(also pigeon's wing, pigeon-wing)
noun ˈpɪdʒ(ɪ)nwɪŋ
  • 1Hairdressing. A hairstyle or type of wig fashionable with men towards the end of the 18th cent., in which the side hair is brushed or curled into a roll above the ear; a lock of hair rolled or brushed out in this manner. Frequently attributive Now historical.

  • 2A wing resembling or suggestive of that of a pigeon.

  • 3North American Dance and Skating. A dance step performed by jumping up and striking the legs together whilst in the air; a dance featuring such a step, or the music for such a dance.

Origin

Mid 18th century. In some forms from the genitive of pigeon + wing. In some forms from pigeon + wing.

Definition of pigeon wing in US English:

pigeon wing

(also pigeon's wing, pigeon-wing)
nounˈpɪdʒ(ɪ)nwɪŋ
  • 1Hairdressing. A hairstyle or type of wig fashionable with men towards the end of the 18th cent., in which the side hair is brushed or curled into a roll above the ear; a lock of hair rolled or brushed out in this manner. Frequently attributive Now historical.

  • 2A wing resembling or suggestive of that of a pigeon.

  • 3North American Dance and Skating. A dance step performed by jumping up and striking the legs together whilst in the air; a dance featuring such a step, or the music for such a dance.

Origin

Mid 18th century. In some forms from the genitive of pigeon + wing. In some forms from pigeon + wing.

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