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bovine

[boh-vahyn, -vin, -veen] / ˈboʊ vaɪn, -vɪn, -vin /
NOUN
member of genus bos
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The Welsh government said it was "renewing" its approach to eradicating bovine TB.

From BBC ● Sep. 7, 2026

Department of Agriculture confirmed the detection of New World screwworm in the umbilical area of a bovine in Zavala County, Texas, more than 60 miles from the northern Mexico border.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 6, 2026

Asked whether Wales could see badger culling in future in response to bovine TB he said he agreed with Wales' TB Programme Board that the disease should be addressed "in wildlife" as well as livestock.

From BBC ● May 22, 2026

Prices rose across all meat types except ovine, with bovine meat reaching a new peak due to limited supplies in Brazil and strong Chinese demand.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 8, 2026

When its call goes out, every bovine within hearing distance raises its head from grazing and moves toward the sound.

From "Travels with Charley in Search of America" by John Steinbeck




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