ox
word
/ˈɑks/
ahks
/ˈɒks/
oks
Definition
An ox is a large male cow, usually one that has been castrated and trained to pull heavy loads or work in fields. The plural is irregular: oxen.
Usage & Nuances
Used mainly in farming, historical, or literary contexts; in everyday modern English, people more often say 'cow', 'bull', or 'cattle'. Do not confuse 'ox' with 'bull': an ox is typically a working animal. Common phrases include 'ox cart' and 'like an ox' (very strong).
Spanish: bueyPortuguese (BR): boi (castrado) - boi de traçãoPortuguese (PT): boi (castrado) - boi de traçãoChinese (Simplified): 公牛（役用阉牛）Chinese (Traditional): 公牛（役用閹牛）Hindi: बैलArabic: ثور مخصي للجرّ - ثورBengali: ষাঁড় (কাস্ত্রেটেড, কাজের জন্য) - বলদRussian: вол - бык (рабочий)Japanese: 牛（うし）（去勢された雄で働く動物の場合）Vietnamese: bò kéo - con bò kềnhKorean: 황소 (일소)Turkish: öküzUrdu: بیلIndonesian: sapi jantan pekerja - lembu pekerja
Example Sentences
The farmer used an ox to pull the cart.
basic
An ox is stronger than a small cow.
basic
We saw two oxen in the field.
basic
That guy is built like an ox.
natural
They still use an ox cart in that village.
natural
He works like an ox and never complains.
natural