poultries

noun

plural of poultry
as in red meats

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  1. meats
  2. games
  3. flesh
Noun
  • Both natives of Argentina with Jewish roots, the Schors run a restaurant called Beba with a particular affinity for offal (organ meats) and a surprisingly light touch with creative veg dishes that change seasonally.
    — Luke Pyenson, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026
  • The menu aims to honor the cultural and geographical diversity of Mexico from the rich meats and earthy spices of the North, to Gulf and Caribbean influences, according to a press release.
    — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of meats
Noun
  • The decision to suspend the football program eliminated last week’s set of games and another this week.
    — Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 3 Nov. 2026
  • However, Witt still posted an All-Star season despite missing 19 games with back tightness and a right knee sprain.
    — Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of games
Noun
  • For decades, scientists have pressed various substances into shapes approximating animal flesh, from faux bacon to Tofurky to Impossible Burgers, using ever-advancing technologies.
    — Emily Heil, Washington Post, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Once the eggs hatch, the maggots burrow into the animal’s flesh and feed, enlarging the wound and attracting more flies.
    — Eric Michel, The Conversation, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of flesh
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“Poultries.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/poultries. Accessed 14 Nov. 2026.

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