Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chook
Noun
/tʃʊk/
Definition
A term commonly used in Australia and New Zealand to refer to a chicken, especially one that is raised for meat.
Examples
- For dinner tonight, we’re having roast chook with vegetables.
- The farmer raised several chooks in his backyard.
- She loves to feed the chooks in her garden.
Meaning
The word ‘chook’ is an informal way to describe a chicken or hen, often used in casual conversation. It can imply affection or familiarity.
Synonyms
- Chicken
- Hen
- Poultry
