Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dogies
Noun
/ˈdōɡēz/
Definition
A term used chiefly in the western United States to refer to motherless calves or orphaned animals, especially in ranching contexts.
Examples
- The rancher took in the dogies to ensure they had enough to eat.
- During the cattle drive, they had to keep an eye out for any dogies that might wander away.
Meaning
The word ‘dogies’ is often used to denote young cattle that have lost their mothers and are thus vulnerable and in need of care.
Synonyms
- Calves
- Orphaned calves
- Motherless cattle
