Pigeon (noun)

1. A stout seed- or fruit-eating bird with a small head, short legs, and a dense plumage, typically with iridescent markings on the neck and breast.
2. Domestic pigeons kept for racing, showing, or as pets.

Origin:

Middle english: from old french pijon, of uncertain origin, perhaps from old norse pīkingr "young bird".

Examples:

1. The city had a problem with too many pigeons in the park.
2. She fed the pigeons in the square.
3. Pigeons are often used in racing competitions.
4. He trained his racing pigeons for months to prepare for the race.
5. The sculpture of the pigeon on top of the building was beautiful.