Longhorn (Noun)
Meaning
Long-horned beef cattle formerly common in southwestern United States.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Texas rancher raised a herd of longhorns on his sprawling cattle farm.
- Longhorns roamed the open ranges of Arizona in the late 19th century.
- A longhorn bull can weigh up to 2,000 pounds and reach 6 feet in length.
- The cattle drive featured longhorns, which were prized for their hardiness and ability to thrive in harsh conditions.
- Heritage breeds like the Texas longhorn have seen a resurgence in popularity among environmentally conscious ranchers.