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Langshan

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Lang·​shan | \ ˈlaŋˌshan \

Definition of Langshan

1 : an Asiatic breed of large single-combed domestic usually black or white fowls resembling the Cochins but with longer neck, tail, and legs
2 or langshan plural Langshans or langshans : any bird of the Langshan breed

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History and Etymology for Langshan

from Langshan, locality near Shanghai, China

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“Langshan.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Langshan. Accessed 29 Jun. 2022.

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