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Buffaloes Meaning in English

word · lemma: buffalo

ˈbəfəˌɫoʊ
BUH-fuh-lohz
bˈʌfəlˌəʊz
BUF-uh-lohz

Definition

Buffaloes are large, strong animals with horns, related to cows, often found in Asia and Africa. The word 'buffaloes' is the plural of 'buffalo'.

Usage & Nuances

The word 'buffaloes' is a regular plural, but 'buffalo' can also be used as a plural, especially in American English. Refers to animal species, not the city. 'Buffaloes' is used mainly in zoological or agricultural contexts.

Example Sentences

There are many buffaloes in the field.

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Buffaloes give us milk and help farmers.

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Children watched the buffaloes cross the river.

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In India, buffaloes are an important source of dairy products.

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Did you know that African buffaloes can be very dangerous to people?

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Every year, thousands of buffaloes migrate across the plains in search of water.

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