Pronunciation: /ˈboʊvaɪn/
noun an animal of the cattle group, which also includes buffaloes and bison
A1 The farmer has a herd of bovines on his farm.
A2 The bovine grazed peacefully in the field.
B1 The bovine was a key source of milk for the dairy industry.
B2 The veterinarian examined the bovine for any signs of illness.
C1 The bovine genetics have been carefully studied for breeding purposes.
C2 The bovine industry plays a significant role in the country's economy.
adjective relating to or resembling a cow or ox
A1 The farmer had a bovine animal on his farm.
A2 The bovine creatures grazed peacefully in the meadow.
B1 The veterinarian specializes in treating bovine diseases.
B2 The bovine industry plays a significant role in the country's economy.
C1 The researchers conducted a study on bovine genetics.
C2 The bovine population has been steadily increasing over the years.
formal The farmer raised a herd of bovine animals for milk production.
informal I saw a bunch of cows in the bovine section of the farm.
slang Check out those bovines grazing in the field.
figurative His expression was as blank as a bovine stare.
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