cows Meaning & Definition
/kaʊz/
What Does Cows Mean?
Cows is a noun that means plural of cow. As a verb, it means third-person singular simple present indicative of cow. As a verb, it means (chiefly in the passive voice) To intimidate; to daunt the spirits or courage of.
Word Facts for Cows
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //kaʊz// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | kine, cattle and oxen |
| Antonyms | bull, heifer and ox |
Cows Definition (Noun)
- plural of cow
Cows as a Verb
- third-person singular simple present indicative of cow
Noun
- Alternative form of kouse.
Noun
- (properly) An adult female of the species Bos taurus, especially one that has calved.
- (formerly inexact but now common) Any member of the species Bos taurus regardless of sex or age, including bulls and calves.
- Beef: the meat of cattle as food.
- Any bovines or bovids generally, including yaks, buffalo, etc.
- A female member of other large species of mammal, including the bovines, moose, whales, seals, hippos, rhinos, manatees, and elephants.
- A woman considered unpleasant in some way, particularly one considered nasty, stupid, fat, lazy, or difficult.
- A chock: a wedge or brake used to stop a machine or car.
Noun
- A chimney cowl.
Verb
- (chiefly in the passive voice) To intimidate; to daunt the spirits or courage of.
Con artists are not cowed by the law.
Noun
- A plant or herb with edible roots, in the genus Lomatium, used in traditional Native American foods and medicines.
Synonyms of Cows
Cows synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Cows
Cows in a Sentence
Con artists are not cowed by the law.
Word Forms & Grammar
cows
cows (uncountable)
Words That Rhyme With Cows
Pronouncing Cows
Cows is pronounced //kaʊz// and has 1 syllable.
Quick Answers About Cows
Is cows a noun or a verb?
Cows is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for cows?
Close synonyms of cows are kine, cattle and oxen. See the full list of cows synonyms and antonyms.