Leghorn: meaning, definitions and examples
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leghorn
[ หlษษก.hษrn ]
type of chicken
Leghorn refers to a breed of domestic chicken known for its egg-laying abilities. Originating from Italy, these birds have been bred for their productivity and hardiness. Leghorns are characterized by their active nature and efficient feed-to-egg conversion. They are often seen in commercial egg production due to their prolific egg output and ability to thrive in various conditions.
Synonyms
chicken breed, egg layer
Examples of usage
- The Leghorn hen laid eggs consistently throughout the year.
- Farmers prefer Leghorns for large-scale egg production.
- Leghorns are often more energetic than other chicken breeds.
- The white Leghorn is the most recognized variety in the poultry industry.
Translations
Translations of the word "leghorn" in other languages:
๐ต๐น Leghorn
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฒเฅเคเฅเคฐเฅเคจ
๐ฉ๐ช Leghorn
๐ฎ๐ฉ Leghorn
๐บ๐ฆ ะะตะณะณะพัะฝ
๐ต๐ฑ Leghorn
๐ฏ๐ต ใฌใฐใใผใณ
๐ซ๐ท Leghorn
๐ช๐ธ Leghorn
๐น๐ท Leghorn
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ ๊ทธํผ
๐ธ๐ฆ ููุบูุฑู
๐จ๐ฟ Leghorn
๐ธ๐ฐ Leghorn
๐จ๐ณ ่ฑ้ๆฉ
๐ธ๐ฎ Leghorn
๐ฎ๐ธ Leghorn
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะะตะณะณะพัะฝ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแฐแแ แแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ Leghorn
๐ฒ๐ฝ Leghorn
Etymology
The term 'Leghorn' comes from the Italian city of Livorno, which was historically known as Leghorn in English. The breed was first brought to the United States in the 1800s and quickly became popular among poultry farmers for its remarkable egg production capabilities. Originally, these chickens were known for their hardiness, which allowed them to adapt to various climates and feeding conditions. Over the years, selective breeding focused on enhancing certain traits such as egg production, size, and resilience. By the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Leghorns became a staple in commercial egg farming, praised for their efficiency and prolific nature. Today, they represent one of the most important commercial chicken breeds worldwide.