Bovine

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /ˈbəʊ.vaɪn/
• US: enPR: bōʹvÄ«n, IPA: /ˈboÊŠvaɪn/

Origin

From Latin bovīnus, from bōs ("ox"). Cognate to beef.

Full definition of bovine

Adjective

1. (not comparable) Of or pertaining to cattle.
2. (not comparable) Belonging to the tribe Bovini, including cows, buffalo, and bison.
3. Sluggish, dull, slow-witted.

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Noun

1. An animal of the tribe Bovini, including cattle, buffaloes and bison.