Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
beefalo
Noun
/ˈbiːfəloʊ/
Definition
A hybrid animal that is a cross between beef cattle and the American buffalo (bison).
Examples
- Beefalo are increasingly popular among ranchers looking to diversify their livestock.
- The meat from beefalo is known to be lower in fat compared to traditional beef.
- Many chefs are experimenting with beefalo meat in gourmet recipes.
Meaning
Beefalo are bred to combine the desirable traits of both cattle and buffalo, typically resulting in a hardier animal that provides leaner meat.
Synonyms
- Bison
- Cattle hybrid
- Buffalo cattle
