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Raremother hen
The correct spelling is mother hen.
How to pronounce mother hen
noun
Say it like: Mot-her- he-n
The correct spelling is mother hen. A female chicken who bears eggs or chicks.
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Meanings
noun
- 1.A female chicken who bears eggs or chicks.
- 2.An outspoken and overprotective woman or person dealing with others' affairs.
verb
- 1.To behave in an overprotective or extremely nurturing manner (towards).
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