leipoa

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Noun leipoa has 1 sense

mallee fowl, leipoa, lowan, Leipoa ocellata - Australian mound bird; incubates eggs naturally in sandy mounds
--₁ is a kind of megapode, mound bird, mound-bird, mound builder, scrub fowl
--₁ is a member of genus Leipoa
--₁ has particulars: mallee hen

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Leipoa

Description:

Leipoa is a term that can refer to both a bird species and a type of cooking utensil.

Senses:

Bird Species:

The leipoa, also known as a malleefowl, is a ground-dwelling Australian bird that belongs to the Megapodiidae family. It is known for its unique nesting habits and large mound structures it builds for incubating its eggs.

Example sentence: The leipoa is a fascinating bird with its ability to incubate eggs using mound structures.

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Cooking Utensil:

A leipoa is a traditional cooking utensil used in certain local cuisines to prepare dishes such as stews and soups. It is typically made of clay or earthenware and has a wide, shallow shape.

Example sentence: The chef used a leipoa to cook a delicious stew.

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