Definitions

1. noun

A brood is a group of young animals, especially birds, hatched at one time.

“The mother bird sat on her brood, keeping them safe from predators.”

2. verb

To brood means to sit on eggs, especially birds, keeping them warm and safe.

“The hen was seen brooding her eggs in the nest.”

3. verb

To brood can also mean to sit and think deeply, often with a feeling of sadness or worry.

“After losing his job, he spent hours brooding at home.”