Chicken Definition

chicken
adjective
  1. easily frightened
noun
  1. the flesh of a chicken used for food
  2. a domestic fowl bred for flesh or eggs; believed to have been developed from the red jungle fowl
  3. a person who lacks confidence, is irresolute and wishy-washy
  4. a foolhardy competition; a dangerous activity that is continued until one competitor becomes afraid and stops

"Chicken" in song lyrics

See how chicken is used in real songs:

  • "You damn chicken"
    40 Glocc f/ Suga Free, Mr. Shadow — Leave Me Alone (Little Bitty Box)
  • "DJ:They got three dollars off coupons at Thicken Wangs, Chicken"
    69 Boyz — Caller #10
  • "Beggin for a piece of this Kentucky fried chicken"
    69 Boyz — Freak Ya Down 2 Da Bass

Usage tips for "chicken"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "chicken" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for chicken to find words that pair well.

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