homing pigeon

hom·ing pigeon

(hō′mĭng)n. A pigeon trained to return to its home roost.

homing pigeon

n (Animals) any breed of pigeon developed for its homing instinct, used for carrying messages or for racing. Also called: homer

hom′ing pi`geon

n. a pigeon trained to carry messages and return home. [1885–90]

Thesaurus

Noun

1.

homing pigeon - pigeon trained to return home homerdomestic pigeon - domesticated pigeon raised for sport or foodcarrier pigeon - a homing pigeon used to carry messages

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