pidgin: a spelling not used technically by linguists
See pigeon in American Heritage Dictionary 4
(pĭjˈən)
noun
Any of various birds of the widely distributed family Columbidae, characteristically having plump bodies, small heads, and short legs, especially the rock dove or any of its domesticated varieties.
Slang One who is easily swindled; a dupe.
(pĭjˈən)
noun
An object of special concern; an affair or matter.