Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

fowl

noun
faʊl
Definition
A bird, particularly one that is domesticated for food or sport.
Examples
  • We raised a few fowls in our backyard for fresh eggs.
  • The farm featured a variety of fowls including geese and chickens.
Meaning
Fowl generally refers to birds that are kept for their meat, eggs, or feathers. This can include chickens, ducks, and turkeys.
Synonyms
  • bird
  • poultry
  • chicken
  • waterfowl