goudvink

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Dutch

Pyrrhula pyrrhula in Nederlandsche vogelen, 1770-1829

Etymology

Compound of goud +‎ vink.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈɣɑu̯t.fɪŋk/
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  • Hyphenation: goud‧vink

Noun

goudvink m (plural goudvinken, diminutive goudvinkje n)

  1. bullfinch (Pyrrhula pyrrhula)
    Synonym: bloedvink (uncommon)
  2. (Suriname) burnished-buff tanager, Tangara cayana
    Synonym: sabeltangare
  3. (dated, slang) A military officer of a branch or sub-branch that uses brass or yellow ("gold") rank insignia.

Descendants

  • West Frisian: goudfink

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