General
stirk
What does stirk mean?
A young ox or cow between one and two years old.
"He bought a couple o' stirks at the mart."
Origin
Scots, from Old English 'stirc/styric' (a calf).
Frequently asked questions
What is a 'stirk'?
A stirk is a young bullock or heifer, typically an ox or cow between one and two years old.
Where does 'stirk' come from?
It's Scots, from the Old English 'stirc/styric', meaning a calf.
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