CEFR B2

french partridge

noun phrase

Meaning

A game bird, specifically a variety of the common partridge (Perdix perdix) native to Europe and Asia, often introduced for sport hunting in North America.

Examples

The english countryside is home to many species, including the french partridge.
Hunters often seek out the french partridge for its challenging flight patterns.

Synonyms: partridge, game bird, quail

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french partridge (B2)

noun phrase

Pronunciation: [ˈfrɛntʃ ˈpɑːrtɹɪdʒ]

Definition

A game bird, specifically a variety of the common partridge (Perdix perdix) native to Europe and Asia, often introduced for sport hunting in North America.

Examples

The english countryside is home to many species, including the french partridge.
Hunters often seek out the french partridge for its challenging flight patterns.

How to Use french partridge

hunt [game bird] (collocation): To pursue and shoot game birds for sport or food. — "Many enthusiasts travel to the countryside to hunt french partridge."
[game bird] season (collocation): The specific period of the year when hunting a particular game bird is permitted. — "The opening of the french partridge season is eagerly awaited by hunters."

Synonyms of french partridge

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