guinea hen

noun

the female of the guinea fowl.

any member of the guinea fowl family.

Origin of guinea hen

First recorded in 1570–80

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The English name “Guinea-hen” is in allusion to the country from which it has been chiefly obtained in modern times.
The Young Yagers|Mayne Reid
From Africa we have derived one rather uncommon tenant of our barnyards and fields, the guinea-hen.
Domesticated Animals|Nathaniel Southgate Shaler
The Guinea-hen will hatch another brood when she feels inclined.
Poultry|Hugh Piper
Barbara, secretly drawing propitious omens from the guinea-hen, followed with a confidential step.
The Parent's Assistant|Maria Edgeworth

Why, the guinea-hen won't make her happy, and you'll be happy even without it, because you are good.
Young Folks Treasury, Volume 3 (of 12)|Various

British Dictionary definitions for guinea hen

guinea hen

noun

a guinea fowl, esp a female

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