Definition of "phasianid" []

• In general, of, or pertaining to, any large or small, semiflightless, gallinaceous game birds, such as pheasants, quails, peafowl, junglefowl, and guinea fowl. (adjective)
• Specifically, belonging to the zoologic family Phasianidae, or associated with species falling under that taxonomic hierarchy. (adjective)
• Any large or small, semiflightless, gallinaceous game birds, such as pheasants, quails, peafowl, junglefowl, and guinea fowl. (noun)

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