1. Plural of gallinule; small to medium-sized wading birds of the rail family, typically found in marshes and wetlands, with long toes, colorful plumage, and a frontal shield on the head.
Usage: Common in North America and other regions; Often seen in freshwater marshes and swamps

Examples

• The gallinules waded through the shallow marsh searching for food.
• We spotted several gallinules near the pond during our bird-watching trip.
• Gallinules are known for their distinctive red and yellow facial shields.
• The purple gallinule is one of the most colorful gallinules in North America.
• Gallinules build floating nests among the reeds and cattails.