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gallinaceous Definition

gal·li·na·ceous (gal′i nā′s̸həs)

adjective

of an order (Galliformes) of birds that nest on the ground, including turkeys, chickens, pheasants, and grouse

Etymology: L gallinaceus < gallina, hen < gallus, a cock

gallinaceous Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • bird: This is generally held to be the finest of the gallinaceous birds.