\Tin"a*mou\, n. [From the native name: cf. F. tinamous.]
(Zo["o]l.)
Any one of several species of South American birds belonging
to {Tinamus} and allied genera.
Note: In general appearance and habits they resemble grouse
      and partridges, but in anatomical characters they are
      allied to the ostriches and other struthious birds.
      Their wings are of moderate length, and they are able
      to fly a considerable distance.