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Vocabulary Entry
squab
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A young pigeon, especially one that is still in the nest and is not yet able to fly.
Example Sentences
"The farmer raised squabs for the gourmet market."
"We watched a squab as it poked its head out of the nest."
"The specialty restaurant featured a dish made with squab."
V
verb
To squab is to behave in a clumsy or awkward manner.
Example Sentences
"He tends to squab when he's nervous in front of people."
"If you keep squabbing around the house, you'll break something."
"She tried not to squab while learning the dance moves."
A
adjective
Resembling or suggesting that of a squab; soft or plump.
Example Sentences
"The squab pillows added comfort to the couch."
"He chose the squab chicken for dinner because it looked so tender."
"Her squab cheeks were a sign of good health."