Meaning of squab in English

1. Pronunciation

   /skwɑb/

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1. Classifying Adjective

   squab

   Definitions

   1. short and fat

   Synonyms

   • short

2. Noun

   squab

   Etymology

   mid 17th century (in the sense ‘inexperienced person’): of unknown origin; compare with obsolete quab ‘shapeless thing’ and Swedish dialect skvabba‘fat woman’

   Definitions

   1. flesh of a pigeon suitable for roasting or braising

   Examples

   • « flesh of a dove (young squab) may be broiled »
3. 2. a soft padded sofa
4. 3. an unfledged pigeon