chanticleer

[ chan-tuh-kleer ]

noun

, Now Literary.

1. a rooster: used as a proper name in medieval fables.

chanticleer

/ ˌtʃæntɪˈklɪə; ˌtʃæntɪˈklɛə /

noun

1. a name for a cock, used esp in fables

Word History and Origins

Origin of chanticleer¹

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English Chauntecler, from Old French Chantecler noun use of verb phrase chante cler “sing clear.” See chant, clear

Word History and Origins

Origin of chanticleer¹

C13: from Old French Chantecler, from chanter cler to sing clearly

Example Sentences

Dec. 13 ‘A Chanticleer Christmas’ The Grammy-winning all-male a cappella group performs.

From Los Angeles Times

She has taken inspiration from public gardens such as Wave Hill in New York City, where fall has long been a celebrated season, and Chanticleer Garden in Wayne, Pennsylvania, where last month and this month are still prime time, too.

From Seattle Times

He had enjoyed years of regular visits to the gravel garden at Chanticleer Garden in Wayne, Pennsylvania, not far from his Swarthmore home.

From Seattle Times

Mustafa’s layup and consecutive dunks from Vince Cole and Wilfried Likayi pushed the Chanticleer’s lead to 18 with 4:42 to play.

From Seattle Times

Dec. 14 ‘A Chanticleer Christmas’ Choral music with the Grammy-winning all-male a cappella group.

From Los Angeles Times