What is another word for cockerels?

Pronunciation: [kˈɒkəɹə͡lz] (IPA)

Cockerels, also known as roosters or male chickens, have a number of synonyms that are commonly used. Some of these synonyms include gamecocks, barnyard fowl, rooster cocks, and cock birds. Other terms that are used to describe cockerels include cockrells, cockerles, and young roosters. Each of these terms can be used depending on the specific context and the breed of the bird being referred to. While some of these terms may be interchangeable, each one carries its own unique connotations and associations, making them valuable for different types of writing and conversation.

What are the hypernyms for Cockerels?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Cockerels

Jasper bought tender young cockerels from a neighbor in the village, conveyed them home under her arm, killed them, and dressed them in various and dainty manners for Mr. Leeson's meals.
"A Very Naughty Girl"
L. T. Meade
The Wazir bade note against each man the number of chickens which pertained to him, and after two months, he took the old partlets and the cockerels, and there came to him from each man some half a score, and he left the young partlets with them.
"Supplemental Nights, Volume 1"
Richard F. Burton
Twelve cockerels, worth from $20 to $75 each, were all placed in healthy condition by use of Pratts Poultry Regulator and their quarters disinfected with Pratts Disinfectant.
"Pratt's Practical Pointers on the Care of Livestock and Poultry"
Pratt Food Co.

Famous quotes with Cockerels

  • And now, at half-past ten o'clock, I hear the cockerels crow in Hubbard's barns, and morning is already anticipated. It is the feathered, wakeful thought in us that anticipates the following day.
    Henry David Thoreau

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