livestock

noun

live·​stock ˈlīv-ˌstäk How to pronounce livestock (audio)
: animals kept or raised for use or pleasure
especially : farm animals kept for use and profit

Examples of livestock in a Sentence

a market where livestock are bought and sold a market where livestock is bought and sold
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The Houston Rodeo, one of the largest rodeo and livestock exhibitions in the world, attracts millions of visitors annually with its world-class competitions, concerts, and deep cultural traditions. Shelby Stewart, Essence, 5 Mar. 2025 For example, Mexico is the largest supplier of fruit and vegetables to the United States, while Canada leads in exports of grain, livestock and meats, poultry and more. Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN, 4 Mar. 2025 Make sure chicken coops and livestock are protected. Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 4 Mar. 2025 How to avoid catching bird flu Cleveland Clinic offers the following ways to reduce your risk of contracting bird flu: Wear protective clothing, such as gloves, a mask and goggles, when working with birds, wild animals and livestock. Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 26 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for livestock

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1687, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of livestock was circa 1687

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“Livestock.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/livestock. Accessed 11 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

livestock

noun
live·​stock ˈlīv-ˌstäk How to pronounce livestock (audio)
: animals kept or raised
especially : farm animals kept for use and profit
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