rooster
UK: ˈruːstə | US: ˈruːstər
n. an adult male chicken, especially one bred for fighting or crowing
n. (informal) a boastful or domineering man
The word "rooster" originates from the Old English hrōst, meaning "a perch for birds," combined with the agent suffix "-er." It emerged in the 18th century as a euphemism to replace the older term "cock" (from Old English cocc), which had acquired vulgar connotations. The "-er" suffix denotes the bird's habitual action of perching or its role as the male counterpart to the hen. The term reflects agricultural life, where roosters were noted for crowing at dawn from their roosts.
The rooster crowed loudly at sunrise.
She keeps a rooster and several hens in her backyard.
He strutted around like a proud rooster.
The rooster’s feathers were vibrant red and gold.
In many cultures, the rooster symbolizes vigilance and courage.