incubous

/ɪnˈkyuːbəs, ɪnˈkjuːbəs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having a brood of chicks; relating to or producing eggs

“The incubous behavior of the birds was fascinating to observe.”

2. noun

A brood of young birds, especially chickens

“The farmer had a large incubous of chicks to care for.”

Synonyms

  • broody
  • incubatory

Antonyms

  • oviparous