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

Jones told me that the unchallenged killing of seized game fowl reflects our views of roosters in general: The notion that they are natural-born fighters is so prevalent that few people question it.

From New York Times • Jan. 18, 2023

In short, centuries of breeding have crafted game fowl into aggressive and murderous animals.

From New York Times • Jan. 18, 2023

The tables of the Aztecs abounded in good food—various dishes of meat, especially game, fowl, and fish.

From The Story of Extinct Civilizations of the West by Anderson, Robert Edward