Roosters or male chickens, especially those known for their loud crowing; the word is also used to refer to any loud, proud male character.
From Old French 'chantecler,' literally 'clear singer,' from 'chanter' (to sing) and 'cler' (clear). Popularized by the medieval beast fable 'Reynard the Fox' where Chanticleer is the rooster character.
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