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    Rooster

    /ˈruːstər/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    An adult male chicken, typically distinguished by its bright plumage and crowing.
    The rooster crowed loudly at dawn, signaling the start of a new day.
    A symbol of vigilance or watchfulness, often used in literature and culture.
    In the story, the rooster represents the character's alertness to danger.
    A term used in some cultures to refer to a confident or boastful man.
    He's such a rooster, always bragging about his achievements.

    Etymology

    The word 'rooster' is derived from the Middle English 'roster,' which is a diminutive of 'roost' meaning 'to perch or settle.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    crow like a rooster
    To boast or brag excessively.
    rooster in the henhouse
    An individual in a situation where their presence is not appropriate or expected.

    Related Words

    hen
    A female chicken.
    chick
    A young chicken.
    poultry
    Domestic fowl raised for food.

    Slang Meanings

    A showy or boastful man.
    He's always trying to be the rooster of the group, showing off his new car.
    Someone who is overly confident in their abilities.
    Don't be such a rooster about your cooking; it’s not that great.