Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
oxen
noun
/ˈɒksən/
Definition
The plural form of ox, usually refers to adult castrated male cattle used for work.
Examples
- Oxen are often used in agriculture to help till the soil.
- In some cultures, teams of oxen are used during harvest time.
- The farmer relied on his oxen to pull the cart filled with hay.
Meaning
Oxen are commonly used as draft animals to pull heavy loads or plow fields.
Synonyms
- cattle
- beef cattle
- draft animals
