Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cattle-drive
noun
/ˈkætəl draɪv/
Definition
A cattle drive is the process of moving a herd of cattle from one place to another, typically to reach a market or grazing area.
Examples
- During the summer months, the ranchers organized a cattle-drive to move their herds to the higher pastures.
- The cattle-drive was an essential part of ranching life in the American West.
- Many stories and films have been made about the adventures during a cattle-drive.
Meaning
It refers specifically to the historical movement of cattle, often involving cowboys and long distances.
Synonyms
- herd drive
- cattle run
- livestock drive
