livestock
Translation
livestock, farm animals
Examples
The farmer raises various livestock.
The farmer raises various livestock.
They transport livestock by truck.
They transport livestock by lorry.
Grammar Patterns
((livestock)) farm animals The price of livestock has gone up.
Similar Words
Synonyms: farm animals, cattle, herd
Etymology
From 'live' (alive) + 'stock' (goods, property). Literally, living property.
Memory Tips
Think of the animals on a farm as the 'live stock' or living inventory of the business.