Definition

A type of animal that is a mix between an American buffalo and domestic cattle, known for producing leaner meat than regular cattle.

Example

The farmer decided to raise beefalo because they provide healthier beef options.

Conversation

Have you ever tried beef from a beefalo?

No, I haven't! What's it like?

It's actually really tasty and leaner than regular beef.

That sounds interesting! I would love to give it a try.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Beefalo is a blend of "beef" (from Old French *beuf*, meaning meat from a cow) and "bison" (from Latin *bisonem*, meaning a type of wild ox). The word refers to a hybrid animal that is a cross between domestic cattle and bison, combining traits of both species.

Memory Tip

Think of 'beef' as the meat from a cow and 'bison' as the wild ox — together, they create a unique hybrid animal called beefalo.

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