Synonyms for
cow
An adult female of the species Bos taurus, especially one that has calved.
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No Synonyms Found for Cow

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All Definitions for Cow

Below are all the dictionary definitions of cow:

1An adult female of the species Bos taurus, especially one that has calved.
2Any member of the species Bos taurus that is not of a bucking breed or fighting breed, regardless of sex or age, including steers and calves.
3Beef: the meat of cattle as food.
4Any bovines or bovids generally, including yaks, buffalo, etc.
5A female member of other large species of mammal, including the bovines, moose, whales, seals, hippos, rhinos, manatees, and elephants.
6A woman considered unpleasant in some way, particularly one considered nasty, stupid, fat, lazy, or difficult.
7To intimidate
8To daunt the spirits or courage of.
9A third-year cadet at West Point.
10A fish that is very large for its species, such as a large striped bass or large bluefin tuna.
11A chock: a wedge or brake used to stop a machine or car.
12A chimney cowl.
13LFBOT: Synonym of luminous fast blue optical transient.
14A surname
15Acronym of copy-on-write.
16Acronym of chief of watch.
17Initialism of clerk of works. [A person employed by an architect or a client on a construction site, representing the interests of the client by ensuring that the materials and workmanship meet specifications and quality standards.]
18Alternative form of C of W.
19A placename
20Ellipsis of Cow Creek.
21Ellipsis of Cow Island.
22Ellipsis of Cow Lake.
23Ellipsis of Cow Mountain.

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About synonyms for cow

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