Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bullock
noun
/ˈbʊlək/
Definition
A young bull, particularly one that has been castrated.
Examples
- The farmer used a bullock to plow the fields.
- In some cultures, bullocks are an important part of farming life.
- The bullock trotted along the path, showing its strength.
Meaning
In agriculture, a bullock is usually raised for work and typically refers to a male bovine that is undergoing a developmental stage before reaching full maturity.
Synonyms
- steer
- ox
- calf
