bovine

US /ˈboʊ.vaɪn/
UK /ˈboʊ.vaɪn/
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1.

relating to or affecting cattle

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The veterinarian specializes in bovine diseases.
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The farm has a large herd of bovine animals.
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cattle-likecow-like
2.

of or relating to the subfamily Bovinae, which includes cattle, bison, buffalo, and antelopes

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The study focused on the genetic diversity within the bovine subfamily.
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Many large grazing animals belong to the bovine group.
3.

slow-moving and dull-witted; ox-like

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His bovine stare suggested he wasn't fully grasping the complex instructions.
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She found his bovine indifference frustrating.
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dullstupidsluggishobtuseslow-wittedox-like