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Guernsey

Guernsey

1 7.0
A cow breed that gives rich, creamy milk
  • noun
  • /ˈɡɜrnzi/
translation icon : Guernsey
  • The local dairy farm is famous for its high-quality Guernsey milk, which is sought after by many restaurants.

We used to have the thing golden Guernsey that made milk.

Examples

  • I bought some Guernsey cream is what these are called.

  • Did you get a guernsey at the girl next door?

    Paws (1997)

  • We used to have the thing golden Guernsey that made milk.

    Gregory B. Sadler - That Philosophy Guy

  • So, um... Kerri gets a guernsey, eh, Douglas?

    Backyard Ashes (2013)

  • He was dressed in a guernsey frock and long striped trousers, made very wide, which concealed his feet.

    Academic text (1999)

  • The farmer decided to increase his herd of Guernsey cattle because of their excellent milk production.

  • She always prefers Guernsey cheese for its rich flavor and creamy texture.

Compounds

Guernsey elm
  • Specialized
8.4

A tree with upright branches and broad leaves grown for its neat shape

Guernsey monetary unit
  • UK
9.9

Money that people use in Guernsey, like the local pound

How Productive

Holstein
1 6.1
Ayrshire
  • Specialized
7.2
Jersey
1 4.8
Guernsey
1 7.0

Surface Forms

Guernsey singular
Guernseys plural

Etymology

Guernsey as a cow breed is named after the island of Guernsey because the animals come from there. A helpful way to remember it is to think of the Jersey cow, another island breed, so Guernsey means a dairy cow from that island and is known for rich milk.