gayal
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A large cow-like animal from Southeast Asia kept by people for work, strong and gentle
- noun
- Indian
:
gayal
- The farmer raised a herd of gayals for their strength and calm nature.
Examples
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The tribes also barter their kills for a type of red salt from China that they feed to livestock, most of which are gayals (the domestic form of the gaur).
Academic text (2000) -
During the festival, the villagers showcased their gayals that are admired for their robust appearance.
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In the mountains of Southeast Asia, the gayal is known for helping with heavy labor.
Synonyms
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9.9
A large wild ox from Southeast Asia that people often keep for milk and meat
notes robust build and gentle temperament rather than only breed status
9.9
A large ox from Southeast Asia kept by people for work
emphasizes robust build and gentle temperament rather than nativity alone
Surface Forms
Etymology
Gayal comes from a local name used in Northeast India and nearby parts of Southeast Asia for a big tame ox. So think of a gayal as a strong, gentle 'ox' or 'cow' that farmers keep.