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Cattle

Domesticated bovines raised for meat, milk, and labor.

Cattle are domesticated bovines primarily raised for their meat, milk, and labor. They belong to the genus Bos within the family Bovidae.

Pronunciation

/ˈkætəl/

Etymology

Cattle comes from Old English catt, meaning horned animal or domestic livestock.

Explain Like I’m 5

Cattle are big, farm animals like cows and bulls that we raise for food like meat and milk, and sometimes to help with farm work.

Fun Facts

Cattle have excellent memories and can recognize faces for years
A group of cattle is called a herd
Cows can spend up to eight hours grazing each day

FAQ

What are cattle? Domesticated bovine animals raised for meat, milk, and labor
What do people use cattle for? Meat, milk, and sometimes as draft animals
Where are cattle found? Worldwide on farms

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

bovine Bovidae

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

beef cattle dairy cattle

Meronyms — Parts or Components

horn hoof hide

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

farm ranch

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