grouse

Definitions of grouse
  1. noun
    popular game bird having a plump body and feathered legs and feet
    synonyms: tétras
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    types:
    coq de bruyère
    large black Old World grouse
    type of:
    gibier à plumes
    any bird (as grouse or pheasant) that is hunted for sport
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