Aberdeen Angus

C2 8+

Pronunciation: /æbərˈdin ˈæŋɡəs/

Definitions of aberdeen angus

noun a breed of black cattle with a smooth coat, originally from Scotland

Example Sentences

A1 Aberdeen Angus is a breed of cattle.

A2 The farmer raised Aberdeen Angus for their high-quality beef.

B1 The Aberdeen Angus is known for its black coat and muscular build.

B2 Many restaurants serve Aberdeen Angus steaks due to their tenderness and flavor.

C1 The Aberdeen Angus breed originated in Scotland and is now popular worldwide.

C2 Breeding Aberdeen Angus cattle requires careful selection and management to maintain quality standards.

Examples of aberdeen angus in a Sentence

formal The Aberdeen Angus breed of cattle is known for its high-quality beef.

informal Have you tried the Aberdeen Angus steak at that new restaurant?

slang I heard they're serving up some mean Aberdeen Angus burgers at the fair.

figurative Her determination was like that of an Aberdeen Angus bull, strong and unwavering.

Grammatical Forms of aberdeen angus

plural

aberdeen anguses

comparative

more aberdeen angus

superlative

most aberdeen angus

present tense

is aberdeen angus

future tense

will be aberdeen angus

perfect tense

has been aberdeen angus

continuous tense

is being aberdeen angus

singular

aberdeen angus

positive degree

aberdeen angus

infinitive

to be aberdeen angus

gerund

being aberdeen angus

participle

aberdeen angus

Origin and Evolution of aberdeen angus

First Known Use: 1879 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The term 'Aberdeen Angus' originates from the region of Aberdeenshire in Scotland where the breed was first developed.
Evolution of the word: The term 'Aberdeen Angus' was first used in 1879 to describe a specific breed of black cattle that originated in Aberdeenshire. Over time, the term has become synonymous with high-quality beef from this particular breed, known for its marbling and tenderness.