Definition

A person or shop that sells birds such as chickens, ducks, and turkeys for food.

Example

The poulterer had a wide selection of fresh poultry for the holiday feast.

Conversation

Hey, do you know where I can find a good poulterer?

Yeah, there's a great one near the market that has fresh birds.

Awesome! I need some chicken for a recipe I'm trying out.

Perfect! Their prices are reasonable too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Poulterer → The word originates from Old French *poulter*, meaning a dealer in poultry, derived from *poule*, meaning hen or chicken. The suffix '-er' indicates a person who engages in a specific activity. Thus, a poulterer is a person who deals in or sells poultry.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'dealer in poultry' — the Old French 'poulter' refers to hens, and the '-er' means a person. This helps you remember that a poulterer is someone who sells poultry.

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