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grouse

 

[ ɡraʊs ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

bird

A medium to large game bird with a plump body and feathered legs, typically found in the northern hemisphere. Grouse are popular game birds for hunting.

Synonyms

fowl, game bird, partridge

Examples of usage

  • The hunters set out early in the morning to shoot grouse.
  • Grouse are known for their distinctive mating calls.
  • The feathers on a grouse's legs help to protect them in cold weather.
Context #2 | Verb

complain

To grumble or complain about something in a persistent way. Grouse is often used informally to describe minor complaints or grievances.

Synonyms

complain, grumble, whine

Examples of usage

  • She always grouses about the cold weather.
  • Don't grouse about the little things, focus on the positive aspects instead.

Translations

Translations of the word "grouse" in other languages:

🇵🇹 galinhola

🇮🇳 तीतर (शिकार के लिए पक्षी)

🇩🇪 Birkhuhn

🇮🇩 ayam hutan

🇺🇦 глухар

🇵🇱 głuszec

🇯🇵 ライチョウ

🇫🇷 grouse

🇪🇸 urogallo

🇹🇷 dağ tavuğu

🇰🇷 들꿩

🇸🇦 الطائر الدراج

🇨🇿 tetřev

🇸🇰 hlucháň

🇨🇳 松鸡

🇸🇮 gozdna kura

🇮🇸 rjúpa

🇰🇿 шіл

🇬🇪 ტყის ქათამი

🇦🇿 meşə tavuğu

🇲🇽 urogallo

Etymology

The word 'grouse' originated in the 16th century and is believed to have come from the Scottish Gaelic word 'gros'. Grouse have been a popular game bird for centuries, prized for their meat and challenging hunting experiences. The verb form of 'grouse' meaning to complain is thought to have originated in Australia in the early 20th century.

See also: grouser.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,857, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.