The Clue
Ostrich's look-alike (4 letter answer)
The Answer
RHEA
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Notes
The answer RHEA is seen frequently, appearing about once every 100 puzzles.
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Definition
RHEA as a noun:
1. fertility goddess in ancient Greek mythology; wife of Cronus and mother of Zeus; identified with Roman Ops and Cybele of ancient Asia Minor
2. (rhea, nandu, Pterocnemia pennata) = smaller of two tall fast-running flightless birds similar to ostriches but three-toed; found from Peru to Strait of Magellan
3. (rhea, Rhea americana) = larger of two tall fast-running flightless birds similar to ostriches but three-toed; found from Brazil to Patagonia