Meaning
Gallirallus australis, a flightless bird of New Zealand in the family Rallidae with brown plumage.
Etymology
Origin: Unknown
From Māori weka.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
Maori henwoodhen
NYT Puzzle Appearances
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