livestock — animals such as cows, sheep, and pigs that are kept on a farm
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: animals such as cows, sheep, and pigs that are kept on a farm
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈlaɪvstɑːk/
Korean meaning: 농장에서 기르는 소, 양, 돼지 등의 가축
Korean pronunciation: **라이브**스탁
Example Sentences
- The veterinarian visits the farm monthly to check on the livestock.
- My grandfather's livestock includes three cows, ten sheep, and one very stubborn goat named Gerald.
- The drought severely affected livestock production in the region.
livestock
NOUN//ˈlaɪvstɑːk//
animals such as cows, sheep, and pigs that are kept on a farm
animals such as cows, sheep, and pigs that are kept on a farm
Around the clock, livestock hit the block!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English 'live stock,' combining 'live' (living) and 'stock' (animals or goods). The term originally referred to farm animals as movable property or capital assets.
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📝Examples
“The veterinarian visits the farm monthly to check on the livestock.”
“My grandfather's livestock includes three cows, ten sheep, and one very stubborn goat named Gerald.”
“The drought severely affected livestock production in the region.”
“She decided to become a vegetarian after visiting a livestock farm and befriending all the animals.”
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