Meaning of the word fowl in English

What does fowl mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

fowl

US /faʊl/

UK /faʊl/

any bird raised or hunted for food, such as chickens, ducks, geese, or turkeys

Example:

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The farmer raised various types of fowl on his farm.

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Wild fowl are often hunted for sport and food.

Synonym:

poultry game bird bird

to hunt or catch wild birds for food or sport

Example:

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They went out early in the morning to fowl in the marshes.

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It's illegal to fowl in this protected area.

Synonym:

hunt trap snare