game fowl

American  

noun

1. a domestic fowl of a breed much used for fighting.

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game fowl British  

noun

1. any of several breeds of domestic fowl reared for cockfighting

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Etymology

Origin of game fowl

First recorded in 1775–85

Example Sentences

A political action committee is raising money to support farmers who raise game fowl.

From Seattle Times

According to some rooster men, the game fowl, or fighting chicken, was almost chosen to be the national bird of America.

From New York Times

State and federal laws protect raptors and other native birds that are not game fowl.

From Washington Times

The search is expected to last a few days and is part of “an investigation related to animal cruelty and possession of game fowl for fighting purposes,” Navarro-Suarez said.

From Washington Times

He used to keep some 250 game fowl tucked behind their modest home in Vega Baja, a town west of San Juan, the capital.

From New York Times