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单词 white hen
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Definition of white hen in English:

white hen

noun
  • In phrases as "the son of a white hen", "a white hen's chick (also chicken)"): a fortunate person or thing; a favourite child; compare senses A. 9 and A. 10.

Origin

Mid 16th century; earliest use found in John Palsgrave (d. 1554), teacher and scholar of languages.

Definition of white hen in US English:

white hen

noun
  • In phrases as "the son of a white hen", "a white hen's chick (also chicken)"): a fortunate person or thing; a favourite child; compare senses A. 9 and A. 10.

Origin

Mid 16th century; earliest use found in John Palsgrave (d. 1554), teacher and scholar of languages.

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