Frillback

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. A breed of domestic pigeon known for its uniquely curled feathers that create a frilled aesthetic on the body and neck
2. This type of pigeon is recognized for its feathering style, which displays feathers curling backward, giving it a notably frilled look
3. A breed of pigeon distinguished by its distinctive plume of feathers that curl backward, contributing to a fringed appearance on its body and neck

Etymology: "Frillback" is a plain compound: "frill" joined to "back". A frill is a ruffled or gathered edging, and here the name describes the bird's plumage, where the feathers on the back and neck curl outward in a ruffled, frilled pattern. The breed is named for that look, so the word tells you what the bird looks like in just two parts.