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Cockerel Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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cockerel

[ˈkɒkərəl ]

Definition

Context #1 | Noun

farm animal

A male chicken, typically a domesticated bird kept for its eggs or meat.

Synonyms

male chicken, rooster.

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Word Description / Examples
cockerel

Use 'cockerel' when referring to a young male chicken, usually less than a year old.

  • The farm had a new cockerel that crowed every morning.
  • The cockerel was just starting to grow its comb.
rooster

Use 'rooster' when referring to an adult male chicken, especially when talking about its role in the flock. It's commonly used in American English.

  • The rooster crowed at the break of dawn.
  • Our rooster is very protective of the hens.
male chicken

Use 'male chicken' in a more scientific or straightforward context where the gender needs to be specified without any particular connotation. It is neutral and clear.

  • In the study, the growth rates of male chickens were compared to those of female chickens.
  • We need to identify which of the chicks are male chickens.

Examples of usage

  • The cockerel crowed loudly at dawn.
  • The farmer raised a flock of cockerels for sale.

Translations

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Origin of 'cockerel'

The word 'cockerel' originated in the 15th century and is derived from the Middle English word 'cokerel', which means a young cock or rooster. Cockerels have been domesticated for centuries for their eggs, meat, and as symbols of vitality and strength in various cultures.

See also: cock, cockeyed, cockiness, cockpit, cockscomb, cocktail, cocky.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,360 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.