non-cattle
|non/cat/tle|
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/nɑn-ˈkætəl/
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/nɒn-ˈkætəl/
Animals other than cattle
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-cattle' is a compound word formed by the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'cattle', referring to domesticated bovine animals.
Historical Evolution
The term 'non-cattle' has been used in modern English to specify animals that are not cattle, especially in agricultural contexts.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not cattle', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
animals that are not classified as cattle, often used in agricultural contexts to refer to livestock other than cows.
The farm specializes in non-cattle livestock such as sheep and goats.
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Last updated: 2025/01/30 20:33