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/
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
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🎤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.
Breakdown
live (living/alive) + stock (animals/goods/capital) = livestock (farm animals collectively)
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🔗Collocations
📝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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