shorthorn

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

   a member of a British breed of cattle developed in northeastern England and raised in dairy and beef varieties

   The farmer selected a red shorthorn for its calm temperament and strong build.

2. 2
   adj

   of or relating to Shorthorn cattle or cattle characterized by relatively short horns

   The show included separate classes for shorthorn and longhorn cattle.

A compound of short + horn, first descriptive of the breed's horn shape. The Shorthorn breed was developed in northeastern England during the eighteenth century and became important for both milk and beef; Durham was an older alternative breed name.

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