Meanings
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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.
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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.
Thesaurus
Etymology
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.