adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective

1. 1
   Broody.
2. 2
   Prone to cluck.
3. 3
   Resembling or characteristic of a cluck.

   "a clucky sound"

Synonyms

All synonyms

broodybroody

Etymology

From cluck + -y, because broody hens usually cluck loudly and continuously if disturbed.

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