Definition

A type of cart that is pulled by one or more oxen, often used for transporting goods or people.

Example

The farmer loaded the hay onto the oxcart for the market.

Conversation

Have you ever seen an oxcart up close?

No, I haven't! What does it look like?

It's a big cart usually pulled by oxen, used for transporting goods.

That sounds interesting! I'd love to see one in action.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Oxcart → The word is formed from "ox" (from Old English "oxa", meaning a domesticated bovine animal) and "cart" (from Old French "carte", meaning a vehicle or wheeled conveyance). An oxcart is a cart that is drawn by an ox, typically used for transporting goods.

Memory Tip

Think of an 'ox' as a strong animal used for pulling, and a 'cart' as a vehicle for carrying things. Together, they help you remember that an 'oxcart' is a cart pulled by an ox.

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