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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

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