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milch

milch

9.8
An animal that gives milk and is kept for its milk
  • adjective
  • /mɪltʃ/
  • Archaic
translation icon : lactante
  • Milch goats are especially valued in regions where cow's milk is scarce.

Examples

  • The milch cow provided us with fresh milk every morning.

  • The farmer keeps a herd of milch cows for the dairy business.

  • In arid climates, milch camels are a vital source of nutrition.

  • Farmers often prefer milch breeds for their dairy production.

  • Milch cows produce large quantities of milk, making them essential for dairy farms.

  • Many farmers choose milch goats due to their ability to thrive in various climates.

  • Raising milch livestock is a common practice in regions focused on dairy production.

Synonyms

lactating
vsmilch
  • Specialized
1 5.8

Making milk in the body for young animals

applies to animals kept or bred for milk supply, not only when producing

Antonyms

dry
3 7.7

Not producing milk, for example a cow between milkings

Compounds

milch cow
  • Archaic
6.3

A cow that a farmer keeps to give milk

Surface Forms

milch positive

Etymology

Milch comes from the old English word for milk and is the same root as the German Milch, both meaning 'milk'. So a milch animal is one that is 'giving milk' or kept mainly for milk.