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game hen

noun

Definition of game hen 

: an immature domestic hen (such as a Cornish game hen) weighing usually less than two pounds and used especially for roasting

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1975, in the meaning defined above

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game hen

noun

English Language Learners Definition of game hen

: a young, small hen used especially for roasting

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