Definition

Describing a female animal, especially a cow, that is not pregnant.

Example

The farmer noted that the farrow cow was ready to be bred again.

Conversation

I heard that the new cow is farrow this season.

Oh really? That means we can expect some calves soon, right?

Exactly! It’s great to have a farrow cow in the herd.

Definitely, it will help increase our milk production too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To give birth to a group of piglets.

Example

The sow will farrow in the spring.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you know that pigs can farrow multiple times a year?

Really? I had no idea they could have so many piglets.

Yeah, it’s quite impressive how quickly they can farrow again.

Definition

A group of young pigs born at the same time to a mother pig.

Example

The farmer was excited to see the new farrow in the barn.

Conversation

Did you know that a group of pigs is called a farrow?

Really? I had no idea!

Yeah, it's pretty interesting how animals have specific names like that.

Definition

To give birth to a group of young pigs.

Example

The sow will farrow in the spring, bringing new piglets into the world.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you know that pigs can farrow several times a year?

Really? I had no idea they gave birth so often.

Yeah, it’s fascinating how quickly they can farrow again after having a litter.

Root Explanation

The word 'farrow' originates from Old English 'færwe', meaning a litter of pigs or the act of giving birth to piglets. It specifically refers to the process of a sow giving birth to her young.

Memory Tip

Think of a mother pig giving birth to her young — that's what 'farrow' means.

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