Definition

A young female cow that has not yet had a calf.

Example

The farmer bought a heifer to add to his herd.

Conversation

Did you see that heifer at the farm yesterday?

Yeah, she looked really healthy and strong!

I wonder when she'll have her first calf.

I heard it might be soon, which will be exciting to see.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Heifer originates from Old English 'hæfer', meaning a young female cow. The term specifically refers to a young cow that has not yet borne a calf.

Memory Tip

Think of a young female cow when you hear 'heifer', as it directly refers to a young cow that hasn't had a calf yet.

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