Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tup
Noun
/tʌp/
Definition
A male sheep, especially one that is used for breeding.
Examples
- The farmer decided to tup the ewes in early autumn.
- He bought a tup from a local breeder to improve his flock’s genetics.
Meaning
The term ‘tup’ specifically refers to a ram, highlighting its role in breeding within a flock of sheep.
Synonyms
- Ram
- Sheep
- Male sheep
