Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pullet
Noun
/ˈpʌlɪt/
Definition
A young female chicken, especially one that is less than one year old.
Examples
- The farmer raised several pullets alongside older hens.
- She decided to buy pullets for her backyard chicken coop.
- Poultry enthusiasts often prefer pullets for their egg-producing potential.
Meaning
The term ‘pullet’ refers specifically to a young hen that has not yet started laying eggs. It’s commonly used in poultry farming and animal husbandry.
Synonyms
- Hen
- Chick
- Young chicken
