sage cock

noun

1. the male sage grouse.

Word History and Origins

Origin of sage cock¹

An Americanism dating back to 1830–40

Example Sentences

During the first three days he had no food, but on the fourth he shot a sage-cock with his revolver, and ate it raw.

From Project Gutenberg

These sage regions are the habitation of a magnificent bird—the Sage Cock.

From Project Gutenberg