game fowl

American  

noun

1. a domestic fowl of a breed much used for fighting.

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game fowl British  

noun

1. any of several breeds of domestic fowl reared for cockfighting

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Etymology

Origin of game fowl

First recorded in 1775–85

Example Sentences

“We represent game fowl farmers who breed and raise game fowl, but not for fighting purposes,” said Devore, himself a game fowl breeder.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 13, 2024

A political action committee is raising money to support farmers who raise game fowl.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 13, 2024

In modern game fowl, this aggression and flashiness have been accentuated.

From New York Times • Jan. 18, 2023

He used to keep some 250 game fowl tucked behind their modest home in Vega Baja, a town west of San Juan, the capital.

From New York Times • Nov. 9, 2019

On the other hand, veal alone does not have sufficient flavor, so it must be combined with lamb, game, fowl, or some other well-flavored meat.

From Woman's Institute Library of Cookery Volume 3: Soup; Meat; Poultry and Game; Fish and Shell Fish by Woman's Institute of Domestic Arts and Sciences