peahen
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of peahen
First recorded in 1375–1425, peahen is from the late Middle English word pehenne. See peacock, hen
Example Sentences
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This is the first day I've been in town, for there's no one there to do anything except my cousin and the old Peahen.
From Ovington's Bank by Weyman, Stanley J.
"Considering what it is--I think the Peahen would be the better."
From Ovington's Bank by Weyman, Stanley J.
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