dipchick

/ˈdɪp.tʃɪk/

Definitions

1. noun

A colloquial or affectionate term for a chicken that is allowed to free-range and forage for insects and other small invertebrates, often resulting in a more flavorful and nutritious egg.

“After doing some research, we decided to get a dipchick for our backyard, so we can have fresher eggs.”

Synonyms

  • foraging chicken
  • free-range chicken

Antonyms

  • battery chicken
  • factory-farmed chicken