livestock (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈlaɪv.stɒk/
Definition
Farm animals kept for use or profit, such as cattle, sheep, or pigs.
Examples
The rancher checked on the health of his livestock.
Regulations were put in place to protect livestock from disease.
The value of livestock can fluctuate based on market demand.
How to Use livestock
- livestock of (prepositional phrase)
- Referring to the animals belonging to a particular place or person. — "The farmer was responsible for the livestock of the entire valley."
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