cow

/kaʊ/noun
Early ChildhoodNot in standard dictionaries
1

An adult female of the species Bos taurus, especially one that has calved.

2

Any 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.

3

Beef: the meat of cattle as food.

4

Any bovines or bovids generally, including yaks, buffalo, etc.

5

A female member of other large species of mammal, including the bovines, moose, whales, seals, hippos, rhinos, manatees, and elephants.

6

A woman considered unpleasant in some way, particularly one considered nasty, stupid, fat, lazy, or difficult.

7

A chock: a wedge or brake used to stop a machine or car.

8

A third-year cadet at West Point.

9

A fish that is very large for its species, such as a large striped bass or large bluefin tuna.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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