Brahma
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A large humped breed of cattle resistant to heat and ticks used for beef
- noun
- /ˈbrɑːmə/
- Specialized
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Brahma
- Many ranchers prefer Brahma cattle for beef production due to their muscular build.
Examples
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The farmer raised Brahma cattle because they are known for their resistance to heat.
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I knew a guy... misjudged a brahma once.
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Crossbreeding with Brahma can enhance the resilience of other cattle breeds.
Synonyms
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A large humped breed of cattle used in hot, humid climates
is used both for crossbreeding and for beef production
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A large humped breed of cattle from India used for crossbreeding and good in hot weather
focuses on US development and use for crossbreeding and beef
Surface Forms
Etymology
Brahma for the cattle takes its name from their Indian background and echoes the Hindu name Brahma. A helpful way to remember is that these strong, heat-resistant animals were given that Indian name to show their origin.