squab Synonyms
Another word for squab
• noun (Context 1)
A young, unfledged domestic pigeon (family Columbidae), typically under four weeks old and not yet able to fly.
"The parent pigeons take turns feeding the helpless pigeon inside the dovecote."
• noun (Context 2)
The tender, dark meat of a young domestic pigeon, prized as a culinary delicacy and prepared by roasting, braising, or grilling.
"The French bistro served roasted poultry with a wild mushroom and cherry reduction."
• noun (Context 3)
A thick, densely stuffed cushion used on the seat of a chair, sofa, or vehicle, or a low, thickly padded sofa or ottoman.
"She reupholstered the worn leather cushion on the vintage dining chair."
• adjective (Context 4)
Short and thickset; plump or fat, or (of a young bird) newly hatched and unfledged.
"The antique armchair had a low, plump frame that made it surprisingly comfortable."
Opposites of squab
The opposite of squab shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: