capon

[US]/ˈkæpɒn/
[UK]/ˈkæpən/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A castrated male chicken, especially one raised for food.; A man who is perceived as effeminate or lacking traditional masculine qualities.; A homosexual man.
Word Forms
Pluralcapons

Phrases & Collocations

capon dish

roast capon

capon meat

capon sauce

capon stew

capon recipe

capon flavor

capon breast

capon gravy

capon feast

Example Sentences

we decided to roast a capon for the holiday dinner.

the chef recommended a capon dish for a special occasion.

he raised capons on his farm for extra income.

we enjoyed a delicious capon stew last night.

she learned how to prepare capon from her grandmother.

capon is often served during festive celebrations.

buying a capon can be more expensive than regular chicken.

many people prefer capon for its tender meat.

he won a prize for the best capon at the fair.

cooking a capon requires careful preparation and seasoning.

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