Tup (Noun)
Meaning
Uncastrated adult male sheep; "a British term is `tup'".
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The farmer carefully selected a strong and healthy tup for breeding purposes to improve the quality of his flock.
- In the countryside, it's common to see a tup leading a group of ewes during mating season.
- The tup charged aggressively when it sensed the presence of another male in its territory.
- Experienced shepherds know how to handle a tusky tup to avoid injuries and damage.
- During the annual sheep festival, prizes are awarded for the best tup based on its size, strength, and fertility.