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ox

/ɒks/

[/ɒks/]

a large farm animal for pulling

Beginnernoun

Definition

An ox is a large strong farm animal, often used for pulling carts or ploughs.

Example

The ox worked in the field all day.

The ox worked in the field all day.

Etymology

From Old English 'oxa'.

How & Where It’s Used

Common on farms, especially in the past.

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