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Meaning of Lamb

A young sheep, especially one under one year old.

In simple words: A young sheep.

Lamb in a sentence

  • The lamb grazed peacefully in the sun.
  • We had roasted lamb for dinner last night.
  • The farmer raised lambs on his small homestead.
  • A cute little lamb was frolicking near the fence.
  • She bought a lamb from the market for the festival.

How to use Lamb

Used in both culinary and agricultural contexts. In informal settings, often refers to the meat; in formal agriculture discussions, it refers to the animal.

Grammar pattern

noun standalone

Memory hint

Think of a young sheep, 'lam-b' sounds like a 'lamb.'

Related words

Collocations with Lamb

  • lamb chop
  • lamb stew
  • young lamb
  • lamb meat
  • suckling lamb

Synonyms for Lamb

Opposites of Lamb

Common mistakes with Lamb

  • Confused with 'sheep' - lamb refers specifically to younger sheep.
  • Misusing 'lam' as a synonym - 'lamb' is the correct term for young sheep.

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Frequently asked questions about Lamb

What does Lamb mean?

A young sheep.

What is the definition of Lamb?

A young sheep, especially one under one year old.

How do you use Lamb in a sentence?

The lamb grazed peacefully in the sun.

Can you give another example of Lamb?

We had roasted lamb for dinner last night.

What are synonyms for Lamb?

Common alternatives include ewes, sheep, young sheep.

What is the opposite of Lamb?

Opposite meanings include lion, wolf.

What words go with Lamb?

It commonly pairs with lamb chop, lamb stew, young lamb, lamb meat, suckling lamb.

What are common mistakes when using Lamb?

Confused with 'sheep' - lamb refers specifically to younger sheep. Misusing 'lam' as a synonym - 'lamb' is the correct term for young sheep.

How do you pronounce Lamb?

US: //læm//, UK: //læm//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Lamb?

Used in both culinary and agricultural contexts. In informal settings, often refers to the meat; in formal agriculture discussions, it refers to the animal.