bullfinch

== English == === Alternative forms === bull-finch === Etymology === From bull +‎ finch. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈbʊlˌfɪnt͡ʃ/ === Noun === bullfinch (plural bullfinches) The Eurasian bullfinch (Pyrrhula pyrrhula). Any of various other Old World finches in the genus Pyrrhula. (UK, archaic, hunting, slang) A large, thick quickset hedge. An obstacle for a horse, consisting of a solid fence with brush above it, through which the horse should jump. ==== Synonyms ==== (P. pyrrhula) Eurasian bullfinch, common bullfinch, (UK, regional) pope ==== Translations ====