Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tupped
verb
/tʌpt/
Definition
To copulate or mate, especially used in reference to sheep.
Examples
- The farmer noticed that the ram had tupped several ewes that season.
- After ensuring the health of the flock, they allowed the rams to tup.
Meaning
The term ‘tupped’ is commonly used in agriculture, particularly in relation to livestock. It describes the event when a male animal successfully breeds with a female animal, often used to discuss sheep breeding.
Synonyms
- mated
- bred
- coupled
