Meaning & Definition of word "Fowl"

Fowl

/faʊl/

1. A bird, especially a domesticated one, such as a chicken or duck, that is often raised for food.
- Example: We raised fowl in our backyard to ensure a fresh supply of eggs.
2. Any bird, particularly those that are hunted or regarded as game.
- Example: The hunter returned with a variety of fowl, including quails and ducks.
3. An informal term for a woman, often used derogatorily.
- Example: He referred to her as a fowl, showing his contempt for her actions.

●From Old English 'fūgel', related to German 'Vogel' meaning bird.

mad as a wet hen:

Extremely angry or upset, often related to a fowl's aggressive behavior when wet.

to fowl up:

To make a mistake or mess something up.

fowl play:

An improper or unfair action, similar to foul play.

poultry:

Domesticated birds raised for food, primarily chickens, ducks, and turkeys.

aviary:

A large enclosure for keeping birds, especially fowl.

Meaning: To mess something up.

● Example Sentence: I really fowled my chances at that job interview.

Meaning: An awkward or undesirable situation.

● Example Sentence: That party turned into a fowl quickly when the argument broke out.