NOUN: "any of numerous small gallinaceous birds" Crossword Clue

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NOUN: "any of numerous small gallinaceous birds" Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. draw back, as with fear or pain
(noun)
1. flesh of quail; suitable for roasting or broiling if young; otherwise must be braised
2. small gallinaceous game birds

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

NUMEROUS (adjective)
1. amounting to a large indefinite number
SMALL (adjective)
1. not large but sufficient in size or amount
2. lowercase
SMALL (noun)
1. a garment size for a small person
2. the slender part of the back

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