Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
herd-of-cattle
noun
/hɜrd əv ˈkætəl/
Definition
A large group of cattle that are kept together for agricultural reasons.
Examples
- The farmer has a herd of cattle grazing in the pasture.
- We saw a herd of cattle on our road trip across the countryside.
- The ranch is known for its high-quality herd of cattle.
Meaning
The term ‘herd of cattle’ refers to a collection of cows, steers, and sometimes bulls that are managed as a single unit, typically on a farm or ranch.
Synonyms
- cattle
- livestock
- herd
- bovines
