bullock
word
Definition
A bullock is a young male cow, especially one raised for farm work or meat. In some varieties of English, it can also mean a castrated male bovine used as a draft animal.
Usage & Nuances
This is mainly a farming and livestock word, not one most learners hear every day. Meaning varies by region: in British and some older usage it may suggest a young bull or working ox, while in other contexts it often means a young male bovine raised for beef. Do not confuse it with 'bull' (adult uncastrated male) or 'ox' (trained draft animal).
Example Sentences
That bullock is standing near the fence.
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The farmer bought a young bullock at the market.
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They use the bullock to pull a cart.
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My grandfather could tell a bullock from a full-grown bull at a glance.
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We drove past a field with a few bullocks grazing quietly.
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On that farm, every bullock had a tag with its number and weight.
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