Definitions

1. noun

a type of bird, especially one of the family Tetraonidae, typically having a plumage of earthy colors and a distinctive call.

“The hunters were out in the woods looking for grouse to hunt during the season.”

2. verb

to complain or express discontent, often in a grudging or irritable manner.

“She groused about the long line at the grocery store, but eventually she got her groceries and left.”

3. verb

to utter a low grumbling or complaining sound, especially of an animal.

“The old dog groused and lay down in the corner, clearly tired from the walk.”