Definitions of broody
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physiologically ready to incubate eggs“a broody hen”
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Synonyms:
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oviparous
egg-laying
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oviparous
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a domestic hen ready to brood
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synonyms:
brood hen, broody hen, setting hen, sitter
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deeply or seriously thoughtful
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synonyms:
brooding, contemplative, meditative, musing, pensive, pondering, reflective, ruminative
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thoughtful
exhibiting or characterized by careful thought
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thoughtful
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