broody

/ˈbrudi/

/ˈbrudi/

Other forms: broodily

Definitions of broody

1. adjective

   physiologically ready to incubate eggs
   “a broody hen”

   synonyms:

   oviparous

   egg-laying
2. noun

   a domestic hen ready to brood
   synonyms: brood hen, broody hen, setting hen, sitter

   type of:

   biddy, hen

   adult female chicken
3. adjective

   deeply or seriously thoughtful
   synonyms: brooding, contemplative, meditative, musing, pensive, pondering, reflective, ruminative

   thoughtful

   exhibiting or characterized by careful thought