Meaning of the word grouse in English

What does grouse mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

grouse

US /ɡraʊs/
UK /ɡraʊs/
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Noun

1.

a medium-sized game bird with a plump body and feathered legs, typically with a reddish-brown mottled plumage

Example:
The hunter aimed at the grouse in the bushes.
We saw a covey of grouse near the forest edge.

Verb

1.

complain or grumble about something trivial

Example:
He's always grouse about the weather.
There's no need to grouse, just get the job done.
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