monax

/ˈmɒnæks/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of small, sparsely feathered, ground-dwelling bird of the family Turnicidae, native to Africa, Asia, and Australia.

“The monax bird is often seen in the savannas of southern Africa.”

Synonyms

  • buttonquail
  • paverbird

Antonyms

  • bird of prey
  • waterfowl