jealous as a Barbary pigeon
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
Very jealous.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Rosemary loved her daddy, but she didn't have him long, and she was as jealous as a Barbary pigeon.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “jealous as a Barbary pigeon” mean?
Very jealous.
Is “jealous as a Barbary pigeon” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.