oxen
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Noun — The plural of ox — large cattle traditionally used for pulling ploughs, carts, or heavy loads.
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Etymology
From Old English oxan, an old plural form that survives in modern English alongside children and brethren, going back to a Germanic root for "ox."
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What does “oxen” mean?
The word “oxen” means the plural of ox — large cattle traditionally used for pulling ploughs, carts, or heavy loads. In plain terms, more than one ox — big, strong cattle bred for pulling heavy loads.
How do you pronounce “oxen”?
“Oxen” is pronounced OK-suhn (/ˈɑksən/ in IPA).
How do you use “oxen” in a sentence?
Here is “oxen” used in a sentence: “The farmers used a team of oxen to plough the field before tractors were common.”
What part of speech is “oxen”?
“Oxen” is a noun.
Where does the word “oxen” come from?
The word “oxen” comes from Old English. From Old English oxan, an old plural form that survives in modern English alongside children and brethren, going back to a Germanic root for "ox.".