bovine
0 antonyms and opposites of bovine, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Relating to cattle or animals in the same family, such as buffalo and bison.
How to use bovine
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Late Latin bovinus, "relating to cattle," from Latin bos, "ox" — the same root that gives us "beef."
Full origin of bovine →Frequently asked questions
What does “bovine” mean?
The word “bovine” means relating to cattle or animals in the same family, such as buffalo and bison. In plain terms, to do with cattle, or (informally) dull and slow to react.
How do you pronounce “bovine”?
“Bovine” is pronounced BOH-vyn (/ˈboʊˌvaɪn/ in IPA).
How do you use “bovine” in a sentence?
Here is “bovine” used in a sentence: “The vet specialises in bovine diseases.”
What part of speech is “bovine”?
“Bovine” is an adjective.
Where does the word “bovine” come from?
The word “bovine” comes from Late Latin. From Late Latin bovinus, "relating to cattle," from Latin bos, "ox" — the same root that gives us "beef.".
How many meanings does “bovine” have?
“Bovine” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to cattle or animals in the same family, such as buffalo and bison.