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caprine

Caprine (adj) means of or relating to Caprinae (goats, sheep, and certain wild relatives).

adj
1
Of or relating to Caprinae (goats, sheep, and certain wild relatives).
2
Of or relating to Capra (goats).
3
Goatlike: goatish; goaty.
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Etymology

Borrowed from Latin caprīnus. The taxonomic sense is a semantic loan from translingual Caprinae.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of caprine?

"caprine" (adj) means of or relating to Caprinae (goats, sheep, and certain wild relatives).

What are the different meanings of caprine?

"caprine" has 3 main meanings: 1. Of or relating to Caprinae (goats, sheep, and certain wild relatives); 2. Of or relating to Capra (goats); 3. Goatlike: goatish; goaty.

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