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Grouse Definition & Meaning

grouse
noun
  1. flesh of any of various grouse of the family Tetraonidae; usually roasted; flesh too dry to broil
  2. popular game bird having a plump body and feathered legs and feet
verb
  1. hunt grouse
  2. complain; "What was he hollering about?"

"Grouse" in song lyrics

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  • "relatives of the blue grouse"
    AOL — AOL
  • "sage grouse"
    AOL — AOL
  • "remy amerique famous grouse"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does grouse mean?
flesh of any of various grouse of the family Tetraonidae; usually roasted; flesh too dry to broil popular game bird having a plump body and feathered legs and feet hunt grouse complain; "What was he hollering about?"
What part of speech is grouse?
Grouse is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does grouse have?
Grouse has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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