Meaning & Definition of word "Cluck"
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Cluck
/klʌk/
noun:
- 1. the sound made by a hen.
- Example: The cluck of the hen signaled that she was ready to lay eggs.
verb:
- 1. to make a short, low sound characteristic of a hen.
- Example: The hen started to cluck when she saw her chicks.
- 2. to express disapproval or dissatisfaction with a sound like a cluck.
- Example: She clucked her tongue in disapproval after hearing the news.
Etymology
Middle English clukken, from a source resembling Old English clucian.
Common Phrases and Expressions
cluck like a hen:
To make a clucking sound in agreement or disapproval.
don't cluck at me:
A phrase to express not wanting judgment or criticism.
cluck with disapproval:
To make a disapproving sound, often towards someone's actions.
Related Words
cackle:
The loud, harsh sound made by a hen.
hawk:
A bird of prey, which can also produce a clucking sound.
gaggle:
A group of geese, sometimes used colloquially to refer to a group of hens.
Slang Meanings of cluck
Meaning: To gossip or spread rumors.
Example Sentence: Stop clucking about other people's business.
Meaning: To express concern in a nagging manner.
Example Sentence: She was clucking about his late hours.