The Clue
French pet name (4 letter answer)
The Answer
CHOU
Tags
Notes
The answer CHOU is uncommon, appearing about once every 450 puzzles.
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Definition
CHOU as a noun:
1. (Zhou, Zhou dynasty, Chou, Chou dynasty, Chow, Chow dynasty) = the imperial dynasty of China from 1122 to 221 BC; notable for the rise of Confucianism and Taoism
2. (cabbage, chou) = any of various types of cabbage
3. (cream puff, chou) = puff filled with cream or custard