Definition of cattle
1 : domesticated quadrupeds held as property or raised for use; specifically : bovine animals on a farm or ranch
2 : human beings especially en masse
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Origin and Etymology of cattle
Middle English catel, from Anglo-French katil, chatel personal property, from Medieval Latin capitale, from Latin, neuter of capitalis of the head — more at capital
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: cows, bulls, or steers that are kept on a farm or ranch for meat or milk
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: domestic animals with four feet and especially cows, bulls, and calves
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