rooster

UK
/ˈruːstə/
US
/ˈrustɚ/

Translations

roosternoun
roosters
pl
UK
/ˈruːstə/
US
/ˈrustɚ/
The rooster crowed at dawn.
Петух закукарекал на рассвете.
Additional translations
Synonyms
male chicken
roosteradjective
more rooster
Comp.
most rooster
Super.
UK
/ˈruːstə/
US
/ˈruːstər/
Used attributively to modify nouns referring to characteristics or things related to a rooster (e.g., "rooster crow").

Definitions

roosternoun
A male domestic chicken, known for its crowing, which is often used to signal the start of the day.
The rooster crowed loudly at dawn, waking up everyone on the farm.
A symbol or emblem, often used in heraldry, representing vigilance and bravery.
The family crest featured a proud rooster, symbolizing their courage and watchfulness.
Slang. A man who is arrogant, strutting, or sexually aggressive.
Jason strutted around the bar like a rooster, convinced every woman was watching him.
(capitalized) The tenth sign of the Chinese zodiac, traditionally associated with the years of the Rooster.
People born in the Year of the Rooster are said to be observant and hardworking.
roosteradjective
Relating to or characteristic of a rooster; resembling a rooster.
The farmer was roused by the familiar rooster crow outside the window.