rose comb

American  

noun

1. a low comb with rounded points and a rear-extending spike of some breeds of chickens, as Wyandotte.

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Etymology

Origin of rose comb

First recorded in 1840–50

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rose comb

When one difference between two breeds is considered, e.g. rose comb and single in fowls, and individuals are crossed, we have the determinant for rose and the determinant for single in the same zygote.

From Hormones and Heredity by J. T. Cunningham

For example, in breeds of fowls any colour or any type of plumage may be obtained with single comb or with rose comb.

From Hormones and Heredity by J. T. Cunningham

A dominant is something present which is absent in the recessive: the rose comb is due to a factor which is absent from the single.

From Hormones and Heredity by J. T. Cunningham

For example, in fowls rose comb is dominant over single.

From Hormones and Heredity by J. T. Cunningham

A thorough-bred cock, in their judgment, should have a rose comb; a well-feathered tail, but without the sickle feathers; full hackles; a proud, lively carriage; and ought not to exceed a pound in weight.

From Sheep, Swine, and Poultry Embracing the History and Varieties of Each; The Best Modes of Breeding; Their Feeding and Management; Together with etc. by Robert Jennings

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