bovinae

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Noun bovinae has 1 sense

Bovinae, subfamily Bovinae - term not used technically; essentially coextensive with genus Bos: cattle; buffalo; and sometimes includes kudu
--₁ is a kind of mammal family
--₁ is a member of Bovidae, family Bovidae

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Bovinae

Description:

Bovinae refers to the subfamily of animals belonging to the family Bovidae, which includes various species of hoofed mammals. Bovinae are characterized by their ungulate nature, typically having two-toed or cloven hooves.

Senses and Usages:

Noun (plural): Bovinae are herbivorous mammals that include domestic cattle, wild oxen, bison, buffaloes, and yaks.

Example sentence: The Serengeti National Park is home to a diverse range of Bovinae species.

Adjective: Pertaining to or characteristic of the Bovinae subfamily.

Example sentence: The Bovinae species exhibit various adaptations to thrive in different environments.

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