pigeoneer

noun

pi·​geon·​eer
¦pijə¦ni(ə)r
plural -s
1
: a person who cares for and manages pigeons
especially : one in military service who has charge of the breeding, training, housing, and care of homing pigeons
2
: one who kills or captures unwanted pigeons

Word History

Etymology

pigeon entry 1 + -eer

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“Pigeoneer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pigeoneer. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.

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