(definition) by Webster 1913 Wed Dec 22 1999 at 0:01:04

Gy"ro*pi"geon (?), n. [L. gyrare to revolve + E. pigeon.]

A flying object simulating a pigeon in flight, when projected from a spring trap. It is used as a flying target in shooting matches.

Knight.

 

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