quail

Definition

  • noun: a kind of small wild bird that is often hunted
  • noun: any of numerous small gallinaceous birds
  • verb: to feel afraid and often to show your fear in a way that can be clearly seen
  • verb: to give way
  • synonyms: wither, falter, blench

Examples

  • He 'quailed' at the thought of seeing her again.

  • Other politicians 'quailed' before him.

  • We had 'quail' for dinner.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) some wood. Thank you so much for your hospitality, Mr. Sunday. -Yes. -And we'll be out of your way. -We're just hunting for quail. -Yes. -I'm sorry we don't have any bread. -No, no, no. Corn doesn't fill out in the hills here. It's mostly rock. (..)
    2007 There Will Be Blood
  • (..) -Good evening. -Good evening. My name's Daniel Plainview. This is my son, H.W. -Are you hunting? -Hunting for quail. We're told there might be a good place to camp up near the Sunday ranch. This is the Sunday ranch. You can camp here. -Thank you. Do you have water? (..)
    2007 There Will Be Blood