broody
Pronunciation:
/ˈbɹuːdi/noun
Definitions
A female bird in the condition to incubate eggs; a broody hen, duck, etc.
Example: There are six broodies in that coop.
adjective
Definitions
Of birds: sitting persistently and protectively on a nest, in order to hatch eggs.
Example: a broody hen
Of any creature or person: showing an interest in raising young.