plover
[ PLUH-vuhr; PLOH-vuhr ]
A small
GAME BIRD which cannot be hunted legally in the United States. Plovers are now farm-raised, however, and are also imported from Europe. They're available on a limited basis in specialty produce markets. The golden plover is considered superior and has a delicate and delicious meat. Plover is usually roasted.
© Copyright Barron's Educational Services, Inc. 1995 based on THE FOOD LOVER'S
COMPANION, 2nd edition, by Sharon Tyler Herbst.
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