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cattle
[kat-l]
noun
bovine animals, especially domesticated members of the genus Bos.
Bible.such animals together with other domesticated quadrupeds, as horses, swine, etc.
Disparaging.human beings, especially in a large, unruly crowd.
cattle
/ ˈæə /
noun
bovid mammals of the tribe Bovini (bovines), esp those of the genus Bos
Also called: domestic cattle.any domesticated bovine mammals, esp those of the species Bos taurus (domestic ox)
Other Word Forms
- cattleless adjective
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of cattle1
Example Sentences
New figures obtained by BBC News NI show that the vast majority were farm animals such as sheep and cattle.
Most people complete the route, which follows cattle drover paths and 18th Century military roads, over six or seven days.
As the number of wolves increases, so does the number of cattle they attack.
The cows grow more slowly - typically taking three years to reach a full weight before they are slaughtered, compared with just 15 months for conventional beef cattle.
A five-bite exploration of Georgia beef showcases every part of the animal—complete with a View-Master offering a behind-the-scenes look at the cattle’s origin.
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