Meaning of broody in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈbrudi/

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1. Classifying Adjective

   broody

   Definitions

   1. physiologically ready to incubate eggs

   Examples

   • « a broody hen »

   Synonyms

   • oviparous
2. 2. persistently or morbidly thoughtful

   Synonyms

   • thoughtful

3. Noun

   broody

   Definitions

   1. a domestic hen ready to brood