hazelhen

/ˈheɪzəlˌhɛn/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of bird, specifically a female hazel grouse or a female rock ptarmigan in some dialects.

“The birder spotted a hazelhen perched on a tree branch.”

Synonyms

  • female rock ptarmigan
  • hazel grouse

Antonyms

  • male hazel grouse
  • male rock ptarmigan