livestock

[ˈlaɪvstɒk]

livestock Definition

• 1. farm animals regarded as an asset
• 2. animals kept on a farm or ranch for use or profit

Using livestock: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "livestock" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The farmer raises livestock for meat and dairy production.

• Example

  The livestock market was bustling with activity.

• Example

  The family's livelihood depended on their livestock.

• Example

  The government provides subsidies to support the livestock industry.

livestock Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for livestock

• cattle
• poultry
• sheep
• swine
• beasts

Phrases with livestock

• livestock farming

  the practice of raising animals for food, fiber, and other products

  Example

  Livestock farming is a major industry in many rural areas.

• livestock auction

  a public sale of farm animals, often held at a stockyard or auction house

  Example

  The livestock auction attracted buyers from all over the region.

• livestock guardian dog

  a breed of dog that is trained to protect livestock from predators

  Example

  The farmer relied on his livestock guardian dogs to keep coyotes away from his sheep.

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Summary: livestock in Brief

Livestock [ˈlaɪvstɒk] refers to farm animals kept for use or profit. It includes cattle, poultry, sheep, swine, and other beasts. Livestock farming is a major industry in many rural areas, and livestock auctions are common. Livestock guardian dogs are trained to protect farm animals from predators.