lowan en · NOUN
Meanings
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Synonym of mallee fowl.
Lowans' nests are plentiful, but the bird itself is seldom seen. It is about the size of a turkey, and lays its eggs in a heap of sand.
1891, Scottish Geographical Magazine, volume 7, page 40:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| lowans | Number=Plur | lexicographic |