Definition

Food that some animals, like cows, bring back up from their stomach to chew again.

Example

The cow was chewing its cud peacefully in the field.

Conversation

Did you know that cows chew their cud multiple times?

Yeah, it's pretty interesting how they digest their food.

I guess that helps them get all the nutrients they need.

Exactly! Nature has some amazing ways of doing things.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'cud' originates from Old English 'cudda', meaning a portion of food that is regurgitated by ruminating animals for further chewing. It specifically refers to the food that cows and similar animals chew again after initially swallowing it.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word 'cudda' for the food that animals chew again — that's why 'cud' refers to the regurgitated food of ruminating animals.

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