Brood — synonyms, definition

1. brood (Noun)

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brood (Noun) — The young of an animal cared for at one time.

animal group clutch

2. brood (Verb)

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brood (Verb) — Think moodily or anxiously about something.

brood (Verb) — Hang over, as of something threatening, dark, or menacing. ex. "The terrible vision brooded over her all day long"

brood (Verb) — Be in a huff and display one's displeasure. ex. "She is brooding because she didn't get what she wanted"

brood (Verb) — Be in a huff; be silent or sullen.

brood (Verb) — Sit on (eggs). ex. "Birds brood"

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