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Definition of curassow

curassow

/ˈkjʊər.ə.soʊ/
cur · as · sow
Plural:curassows
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curassow Lexical Profile

curassow Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

Any of several large, predominantly black or brown, pheasant-like birds of the family Cracidae, native to the tropical forests of Central and South America and often featuring ornate crests or brightly colored bill knobs.

Example

"During our trek through the dense Amazonian rainforest, we spotted a great curassow foraging for fallen fruits on the forest floor."

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• Nearby Words

cupuacu
cuquenan
curaray
curassow
curatrix
curb
curitiba

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the name of the Caribbean island Curaçao. These Neotropical birds were likely first brought to Europe by Dutch traders operating from the island in the 17th century, despite being native to mainland Central and South America.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Curassow. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/curassow
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