Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
killcow
Noun
/ˈkɪlkaʊ/
Definition
A rare and outdated term referring to a cow that is specifically raised for slaughter.
Examples
- The farmer decided to sell one of his older killcows to the butcher.
- In some rural communities, killcows are an essential part of local farming practices.
- The meat from a killcow is usually sold at markets during the harvest season.
Meaning
Typically, a killcow is used in agricultural contexts to denote livestock that is intended for meat production.
Synonyms
- Slaughter cow
- Beef cattle
- Meat cow
