peahen

[ pee-hen ]

noun

1. the female peafowl.

Word History and Origins

Origin of peahen¹

First recorded in 1375–1425, peahen is from the late Middle English word pehenne. See peacock, hen

Example Sentences

The student nurse even adopted one peahen who was disabled and could not survive alone.

From BBC

Mr Blunt has bought a peahen mate for Toby in the hope that she will improve his mood so he can regain his freedom.

From BBC

The project consists of dogs, cats, a small cohort of horses, and one peahen.

From Salon

Peacocks and peahens don’t have much of a bird song — they emit a sharp “caw” that is “not cute,” Lewis said — but other birds have found themselves in conversation with the 31-year-old whistler.

From New York Times

According to peafowl expert and former teacher Dennis Fett, also known as “Mr. Peacock,” introducing a peahen may not be easy.

From Washington Post