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cattalo

cattalo

9.6
An animal that comes from breeding a cow with a buffalo for lean meat
  • noun
  • /ˈkætəloʊ/
  • Archaic
: cattalo
  • The rancher decided to raise cattalo for their disease resistance and ability to thrive in harsh climates.

Examples

  • Many farmers are interested in breeding cattalos.

  • Researchers studied how cattalo adapt compared to traditional cattle breeds.

  • Beef from cattalo is becoming popular among consumers seeking leaner meat options.

  • The rancher raised a cattalo for its lean meat.

  • Beef from cattalo is increasingly favored by consumers looking for leaner meat options.

  • Farmers are experimenting with cattalo because they produce leaner beef than regular cattle.

  • The rancher chose to breed cattalo due to their adaptability to harsh environments and lean meat.

Synonyms

beefalo
vscattalo
  • US
1 8.5

A large animal crossed from cattle and buffalo, raised for lean meat

has identical meaning but uses an alternative breed name

Surface Forms

cattalo singular
cattalos plural

Morphology

cattalo = cattle + buffalo (semi-transparent) = catt + alo

The word combines elements of 'cattle' and 'buffalo', but the specific hybrid meaning is not immediately obvious.

Etymology

Cattalo comes from joining the familiar words cattle and buffalo, a helpful blend that gives a clear picture. That's why a cattalo is a hardy animal that is a 'cross' between domestic cattle and the American buffalo, which explains its leaner beef.