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red grouse

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun red grouse has 1 sense
  1. red grouse, moorfowl, moorbird, moor-bird, moorgame, Lagopus scoticus - reddish-brown grouse of upland moors of Great Britain
    --1 is a kind of ptarmigan
    --1 has particulars: moorhen; moorcock

Definitions from the Web

Red Grouse

Description:

The term "red grouse" refers to a bird species commonly found in heather moorlands of the United Kingdom. Surnamed Lagopus lagopus scotica, the red grouse is known for its reddish-brown plumage and iconic crest above its eyes. This game bird is particularly popular among hunters due to its fast and challenging flight patterns.

Parts of Speech:

  • Noun

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Definition: A bird species (Lagopus lagopus scotica) native to the United Kingdom, featuring reddish-brown plumage and a distinct crest above the eyes.

Sample Sentence: I spotted a magnificent red grouse perched on the heather during my hike in Scotland.

Sense 2:

Definition: The meat of the red grouse, often used as a game bird for culinary purposes, particularly in traditional British dishes.

Sample Sentence: The restaurant's specialty is roasted red grouse served with a rich blackberry sauce.

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