Vocabulary Entry

grouse

|noun • verb

noun

A type of bird that is typically found in upland areas and is known for its distinctive plumage.

Example Sentences

"The hunter spotted a grouse hiding in the brush."

"In the fall, many people enjoy hunting grouse in the northern forests."

"The grouse's feathers provide excellent camouflage against the autumn leaves."

verb

Example Sentences

"He always seems to grouse about the smallest inconveniences."

"Stop grousing and start looking for solutions to the problem."

"She was grousing about the long wait at the doctor's office."