hen

1. (noun) female of certain aquatic animals e.g. octopus or lobster
Related Words: female

2. (noun) adult female bird
Related Words: bird

3. (noun) adult female chicken
Synonyms: biddy
Related Words: Gallus gallus, brood hen, broody, broody hen, cackler, chicken, pullet, setting hen

4. (noun) flesh of an older chicken suitable for stewing
Related Words: chicken, poulet, volaille



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