noun Common

Kerry

KEH-ree

Kerry (noun) means a small, hardy breed of dairy cattle originally from Ireland, known for producing rich milk on poor pasture. Example: “The farm kept a herd of Kerry cattle on the rocky hillside.”

noun

A small, hardy breed of dairy cattle originally from Ireland, known for producing rich milk on poor pasture.

"The farm kept a herd of Kerry cattle on the rocky hillside."

"Kerry cows are prized for surviving on rough grazing that would starve larger breeds."

How to use Kerry

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA tough little Irish dairy cattle breed, distinct from the Irish county or the common personal name.

Common mistake

As a capitalized word, Kerry is far more often a personal name or the Irish county — the cattle breed is a much rarer, lowercase sense.

Word forms

Kerries plural

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Etymology

Named after County Kerry in Ireland, where the breed originated.

Rhymes for Kerry

berry ferry Jerry merry terry perry Derry Gerry cherry sherry mulberry Mayberry

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Kerry” mean?

The word “Kerry” means a small, hardy breed of dairy cattle originally from Ireland, known for producing rich milk on poor pasture. In plain terms, a tough little Irish dairy cattle breed, distinct from the Irish county or the common personal name.

How do you pronounce “Kerry”?

“Kerry” is pronounced KEH-ree (/ˈkɛɹi/ in IPA).

How do you use “Kerry” in a sentence?

Here is “Kerry” used in a sentence: “The farm kept a herd of Kerry cattle on the rocky hillside.”

What part of speech is “Kerry”?

“Kerry” is a noun.

Is “Kerry” a common word?

“Kerry” is a fairly common word in modern English.

What is a Kerry cow known for?

The Kerry is a small, hardy breed of dairy cattle originally from Ireland. It is known for producing rich milk even when grazing on poor-quality pasture, making it well suited to rugged terrain.

What is the difference between a Kerry and other dairy cattle breeds?

Compared with larger commercial dairy breeds, the Kerry is notably smaller and tougher, able to thrive on land that would not support many other cattle. Its main distinguishing traits are its hardiness and the richness of its milk rather than sheer milk volume.

Where did the Kerry cattle breed originate?

Kerry cattle originated in Ireland, and the breed is named after that heritage. It developed to cope with the poor pasture found in its native region.

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