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单词 squab
释义

squab

noun

ˈskwäb How to pronounce squab (audio)
plural squabs
1
a
: couch
b
: a cushion for a chair or couch
2
or plural squab : a fledgling bird
specifically : a fledgling pigeon about four weeks old
3
: a short fat person
squab adjective

Synonyms

  • chesterfield
  • couch
  • davenport
  • divan
  • lounge
  • settee
  • sofa
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Example Sentences

at one point Robinson Crusoe tells of making a rough-hewn squab with the skins of animals he had killed
Recent Examples on the Web Probably one of the most brilliant pairings was the fifth course with the squab which was dry aged, smoked, and prepared with a plum sauce and sticky rice. Liz Thach, Forbes, 16 Aug. 2022 After all, if everyone had their own squab accessory, his would become as unremarkable as an actual pigeon. Jacob Gallagher, WSJ, 22 Aug. 2022 Others, including squab glazed with Guinness and cocoa, channel a grand French restaurant. Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 25 July 2022 What sounds like a gimmick turns out to be luscious, and a first course of either chawanmushi or roast squab underscores a kitchen steeped in the classics. Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 15 July 2022 Though pigeon or squab has been the traditional poultry of choice, easier modern versions substitute chicken in the pie. Casey Barber, CNN, 14 Mar. 2022 Calling to me in winter are smoked squab breast with roasted chanterelles and venison paired with red cabbage and roasted squash, dishes that highlight the kitchen’s classic saucing. Washington Post, 30 Nov. 2021 This $2090 upgrade allows the front occupants to adjust things like height and positions, of course, as well as squab inclination and depth, as well as lumbar support level and the side bolsters. Sebastian Blanco, Car and Driver, 13 Nov. 2021 Entrees include multiple game dishes like guinea fowl, venison and squab. Christina Tkacik, baltimoresun.com, 5 Nov. 2021 See More

Word History

Etymology

probably of Scandinavian origin; akin to Swedish dialect skvabb loose, fat flesh

First Known Use

1664, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Kids Definition

squab

noun

ˈskwäb How to pronounce squab (audio)
: a young pigeon especially when ready for use as food

squab

noun

as in sofa
a long upholstered piece of furniture designed for several sitters at one point Robinson Crusoe tells of making a rough-hewn squab with the skins of animals he had killed

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • sofa
  • couch
  • divan
  • settee
  • chesterfield
  • davenport
  • lounge
  • tête-à-tête
  • bench
  • banquette
  • ottoman
  • daybed
  • love seat
  • recamier
  • lounger
  • studio couch
  • sofa bed
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