Definition

A young male cow, especially one that is between one and two years old.

Example

The farmer raised a stirk on his ranch to eventually sell for beef.

Conversation

Have you seen the new stirk at the farm down the road?

Yeah, I saw it last week; it's growing so fast!

I can't believe how young it is, but it already looks strong.

Right? It's impressive to watch them develop.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'stirk' originates from Old English 'styrce', meaning a young bull or steer. It specifically refers to a male calf that has not yet been castrated.

Memory Tip

Think of a young bull when you hear 'stirk' — it directly refers to a young male calf.

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