Meaning of the word ruminant in English

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ruminant

US /ˈruː.mə.nənt/
UK /ˈruː.mə.nənt/
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Noun

1.

an even-toed ungulate mammal that chews the cud, such as a cow, sheep, goat, or deer.

Example:
Cows are common ruminants found on farms.
Deer are also ruminants, known for their ability to digest tough plant material.

Adjective

1.

meditative or contemplative

Example:
He spent the evening in ruminant thought, pondering his future.
Her ruminant gaze suggested a deep inner world.
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