Grouse

/ɡraʊs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A medium to large game bird of the family Phasianidae, particularly found in wooded or moorland areas.

The hunter spotted a grouse nestled among the bushes.

A complaint or grievance.

He had a grouse about the long delays in the project.

verb

To complain or grumble.

She was always grousing about the weather.

To hunt or pursue grouse.

They spent the weekend grousing in the highlands.

Origin uncertain; possibly related to the Scottish word 'grouse,' which may come from the bird's call.

grouse about

To complain about something.

grouse hunting

The activity of hunting for grouse birds.

grousing up

To gather or complain collectively.

pheasant

A type of bird similar to grouse, often found in similar habitats.

quail

Another game bird often hunted alongside grouse.

complain

To express dissatisfaction or annoyance about something.

To complain or whine.

Stop grousing about the rain and enjoy the day!

Something that is excellent or fantastic (Australian slang).

That movie was grouse!