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ptarmigan

/ˈtɑː.mɪ.ɡən/

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noun

/ˈtɑː.mɪ.ɡən/C2formal
  • ruКрупная куропатка, обитающая в арктических и субарктических регионах, отличающаяся оперёнными лапами и оперением, которое обычно становится белым зимой.

A large grouse found in Arctic and subarctic regions, characterized by feathered feet and plumage that typically turns white in winter.

  1. Arctic birdC1formal

    A large grouse found in Arctic and subarctic regions, known for its feathered feet and white winter plumage that provides camouflage in snow.

    ruАрктическая птица

    • The ptarmigan's feathers turn white in winter to blend with the snow.
    • We spotted a ptarmigan while hiking in the tundra.
    • Ptarmigans are well adapted to cold climates with their feathered feet.
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  • ptarmigans' possessive plural form
  • ptarmigan's possessive singular form