robin redbreast en · NOUN
Etymology
From the name Robin + redbreast. See robin.
Meanings
- (UK) The European robin.
- Any robin.
- (UK, historical, slang) A Bow Street Runner (from the colour of his waistcoat).
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| robin redbreasts | Number=Plur | lexicographic |