cochin
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9.9
A large fluffy chicken with feathered legs that people keep for meat and for show
- noun
- /ˈkoʊtʃɪn/
- Specialized
:
cochin
- My other longest-lived one was Red, a bantam red cochin.
Examples
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The cochin is known for its fluffy feathers and calm temperament, making it a popular choice for families.
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Farmers often raise cochin chickens not only for their meat but also for their beautiful appearance.
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At the poultry fair, the judges admired the striking plumage of the cochin while awarding the prizes.
Synonyms
Cochin China
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9.1
A large Asian chicken with very thick feathers and feathered legs
is valued for both ornamental appearance and meat qualities
Compounds
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word cochin comes from the old place name Cochin-China, the name Europeans used for part of southeast Asia where these big, fluffy chickens first arrived in Europe. So, the bird is called a cochin because people named it after the region it came from.