The word "Buzzardet" is spelled with a "z" and is pronounced as /ˈbʌz.ədət/. The phonetic transcription indicates that the first syllable is stressed and is pronounced with a short "u" sound. The second syllable has a schwa sound followed by a voiced "z" sound. The final syllable has a short "uh" sound followed by a voiceless "t" sound. This lesser-known word refers to a type of buzzard found in western North America and is commonly spelled with a "z" instead of the traditional "s" in the word "buzzard."
• A species of hawk.
• A species of hawk much like the buzzard.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.