peahen

[pee-hen]

noun

1. the female peafowl.

Word History and Origins

Origin of peahen¹

First recorded in 1375–1425, peahen is from the late Middle English word pehenne. See peacock, hen

Example Sentences

A new owner purchased the property 14 years ago and brought with him a peafowl and peahen, said Nielsen.

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The student nurse even adopted one peahen who was disabled and could not survive alone.

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Mr Blunt has bought a peahen mate for Toby in the hope that she will improve his mood so he can regain his freedom.

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The project consists of dogs, cats, a small cohort of horses, and one peahen.

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Peacocks and peahens don’t have much of a bird song — they emit a sharp “caw” that is “not cute,” Lewis said — but other birds have found themselves in conversation with the 31-year-old whistler.

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