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UK/["/kaʊ/"]/US/["/kaʊ/"]/

Meaning of Cow

In simple words: A large farm animal that gives milk.

Cow in a sentence

  • to **milk a cow**
  • **cow’s milk**
  • a herd of **dairy cows** *(= cows kept for their milk)*
  • Don't have a cow—it's no big deal.
  • You can talk till the cows come home—you’ll never make me change my mind.

How to use Cow

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Generally appropriate when discussing agriculture, food, or animals. Avoid in technical discussions where specific breeds or scientific classifications are needed.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a 'cow' as a 'big moo cow' that you see on farms.

Related words

Collocations with Cow

Synonyms for Cow

  • bovine
  • heifer
  • calf
  • livestock

Opposites of Cow

Common mistakes with Cow

  • Confused with 'moo', which is the sound cows make.
  • Saying 'cows' when referring to one cow.
  • Mistakenly using 'cow' as a verb.

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Frequently asked questions about Cow

What does Cow mean?

A large farm animal that gives milk.

What is the definition of Cow?

a large animal kept on farms to produce milk or beef

How do you use Cow in a sentence?

to **milk a cow**

Can you give another example of Cow?

**cow’s milk**

What are synonyms for Cow?

Common alternatives include bovine, heifer, calf, livestock.

What is the opposite of Cow?

Opposite meanings include bull, calf.

What words go with Cow?

It commonly pairs with beef, dairy, milch, herd, breed, milk, kill, low, moo, chew the cud, byre, shed, pasture, a breed of cow.

What are common mistakes when using Cow?

Confused with 'moo', which is the sound cows make. Saying 'cows' when referring to one cow. Mistakenly using 'cow' as a verb.

How do you pronounce Cow?

US: /["/kaʊ/"]/, UK: /["/kaʊ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Cow?

Used in both formal and informal contexts. Generally appropriate when discussing agriculture, food, or animals. Avoid in technical discussions where specific breeds or scientific classifications are needed.

What CEFR level is Cow?

"Cow" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.