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

Example Sentences

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rose comb

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 Cunningham, J. T.

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 Jennings, Robert

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 Cunningham, J. T.

Thus the factor which causes the comb to be a rose comb in a fowl must be present in the cells that produce the plumage or the toes or any other part of the body.

From Hormones and Heredity by Cunningham, J. T.

This breed, which Sir John brought to perfection after years of careful trials, is very small, with un-feathered legs, and a rose comb and short hackles.

From The Book of Household Management by Beeton, Mrs. (Isabella Mary)