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cochin

UK //ˈkəʊtʃɪn//US //ˈkoʊtʃɪn//

词源

源自印度城市科钦(Cochin)的旧称,19世纪西方人误将此鸡种与印度关联而得名,实际原产中国。

noun

❶ 一种原产于中国的大型家鸡品种,羽毛蓬松,腿部和脚部覆盖羽毛,常用于观赏或肉用。

“The Cochin chicken is known for its fluffy feathers and gentle temperament.”

(科钦鸡以其蓬松的羽毛和温顺的性格而闻名。)

“She keeps a few Cochins in her backyard for their beautiful appearance.”

(她在后院养了几只科钦鸡,因为它们外观漂亮。)

同义词:Cochin chicken, Chinese Cochin, feathered-foot chicken

常见短语

Cochin bantam — 科钦鸡的矮小型品种,体型较小但保留原品种的蓬松羽毛特征,适合家庭饲养。

“The Cochin bantam is a popular choice for small backyard flocks.”

(矮小型科钦鸡是小型后院鸡群的常见选择。)