Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chicken-run
noun
/ˈchɪk.ɪn rʌn/
Definition
A chicken run is an enclosed outdoor space where chickens can roam freely, usually attached to a chicken coop.
Examples
- The farmer built a large chicken run to keep his hens safe from foxes.
- Kids love to watch the chickens as they peck around in the chicken run.
Meaning
It provides a safe area for chickens to exercise and forage while protecting them from predators.
Synonyms
- chicken yard
- hen house enclosure
