gizzard
0 antonyms and opposites of gizzard, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A muscular organ in birds and some other animals used to grind up food.
Etymology
From Old French gesier, ultimately from Latin gigeria ("cooked entrails of poultry").
Full origin of gizzard →Frequently asked questions
What does “gizzard” mean?
The word “gizzard” means a muscular organ in birds and some other animals used to grind up food. In plain terms, the tough, muscular part of a bird's digestive tract that grinds food.
How do you pronounce “gizzard”?
“Gizzard” is pronounced GIH-zuhd (/ˈɡɪzɚd/ in IPA).
How do you use “gizzard” in a sentence?
Here is “gizzard” used in a sentence: “The chicken's gizzard often contains small stones that help break down grain.”
What part of speech is “gizzard”?
“Gizzard” is a noun.
Where does the word “gizzard” come from?
The word “gizzard” comes from Latin. From Old French gesier, ultimately from Latin gigeria ("cooked entrails of poultry").
How many meanings does “gizzard” have?
“Gizzard” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a muscular organ in birds and some other animals used to grind up food.