Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
handfed
adjective
/ˈhændˌfɛd/
Definition
A term describing animals that are fed by hand rather than through automatic feeders or other methods.
Examples
- The handfed chicks quickly grew fond of their caretaker.
- Many pet birds are handfed to ensure they are social and comfortable with humans.
Meaning
Handfed refers to the practice of providing food directly to an animal by a person, usually to ensure that the animal receives proper nutrition or to build a bond between the caregiver and the animal.
Synonyms
- nurtured
- sondled
- tended
