dairy cattle
Cattle of breeds developed primarily to provide milkCattle of breeds developed primarily to provide milk; most of their male calves are used for the production of veal.
» The farmer feeds alfalfa to his dairy cattle.
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1 senses(plural, plural only)Cattle of breeds developed primarily to provide milk; most of their male calves are used for the production of veal.
Milchvieh
cattle that are reared for their milk
Examples
2 sentencesThe farmer feeds alfalfa to his dairy cattle.
The Jersey breed of dairy cattle originated on the island and is known worldwide.
Translations
2 languagesBy meaning 1
Forms
plural: dairy cattles| Singular | dairy cattle |
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Synonyms
5 synonymsWord family
7 related wordsSee also
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