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gallinaceous

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adjective gallinaceous has 2 senses
  1. gallinaceous - of or relating to a gallinacean
  2. gallinaceous - relating to or resembling fowl

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Gallinaceous

Definition

Gallinaceous refers to birds that are similar to or related to domestic chickens, typically having a plump body, short wings, and strong legs.

Parts of Speech

  • Adjective

Senses and Usages

  1. Sense: Relating to or resembling domestic chickens

    Example: The gallinaceous bird strutted around the farmyard, clucking loudly.

    Related Products: Domestic Chickens, Poultry Care

  2. Sense: Of or pertaining to game birds in the family Phasianidae

    Example: We spotted a gallinaceous species during our birdwatching expedition in the forest.

    Related Products: Game Bird Field Guide, Game Bird Hunting

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