cattle — large domesticated mammals raised for meat, milk, or hides
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: large domesticated mammals raised for meat, milk, or hides
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkætl/
Example Sentences
- The cowboy counted his cattle twice because he couldn't believe he had 100 cows - he thought he was just dreaming about beef!
- Modern cattle ranches use technology to monitor their livestock.
- The cattle stampeded when they heard the dinner bell - apparently they thought it was feeding time at the ranch buffet!
cattle
NOUN[/ˈkætl/]
large domesticated mammals raised for meat, milk, or hides
The farmer moved the cattle to a greener pasture.
Healthy cattle provide milk and food for many families. (🐄 Cow + 👥 Herd → Cattle)
The cattle escaped the battle and safely settled in a peaceful valley.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Middle French 'chatel', meaning 'property' or 'possessions'. Since cattle were the most valuable form of livestock and moveable wealth in medieval times, the term gradually became specifically associated with cattle itself.
Breakdown
chatel (property, possessions) → cattle (livestock). The semantic shift reflects the historical importance of cattle as a primary form of wealth and currency in medieval European societies.
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📝Examples
“The cowboy counted his cattle twice because he couldn't believe he had 100 cows - he thought he was just dreaming about beef!”
“Modern cattle ranches use technology to monitor their livestock.”
“The cattle stampeded when they heard the dinner bell - apparently they thought it was feeding time at the ranch buffet!”
“Australia exports cattle to many Asian countries.”
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