The word "dunnock" is a name of a small bird species that is also known as the hedge sparrow. This bird is commonly found in gardens, hedgerows, and woodlands. However, there are also a few other synonyms for this bird. Some people call it the "hedge accentor" or "hedge bird." Both of these names refer to the bird's preference for living in hedges and similar habitats. Another synonym for this bird is the "shuffler" because of the way it moves along the ground, shuffling its feet. Lastly, the dunnock is occasionally referred to as the "heggie" in some parts of the UK.