redpoll

noun — 2 senses

redpoll

noun

/ˈɹɛd(ˌ)poʊl/

Etymology From red + poll.

1

Any of various finches in the genus Acanthis (syn. Carduelis), which have characteristic red markings on their heads.

2

Obsolete A redhead.

Derived terms
Arctic redpoll, common redpoll, Greenland redpoll, hoary redpoll, Icelandic redpoll, lesser redpoll

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