Buttonquail
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈbʌtɜnˌkweɪl/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Buttonquail is a noun meaning Any of several species of small terrestrial birds, principally in the genus Turnix of the family Turnicidae.
Meaning
Any of several species of small terrestrial birds, principally in the genus Turnix of the family Turnicidae.
Word Forms
- buttonquails
- button-quail
Synonyms for buttonquail
Depending on context, synonyms include hemipode, button quail.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include hemipode, button quail, turnicid, quail, quail-plover, quit.
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