Definition

Noun: 1. A breed of beef cattle: The Texas Longhorn is a breed of cattle known for its distinctive, very long horns. Historically, it was common in the southwestern United States. This breed is noted for its hardiness and ability to thrive in rugged conditions.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The rancher raised a herd of purebred Texas Longhorn.
  • The Texas Longhorn is an iconic symbol of the American West.
  • These cattle are descended from the original Texas Longhorns that survived on the open range.

Advanced Usage

• As a cultural symbol: The term is often used to represent the history and folklore of cattle drives and the Old West.
  • The museum's exhibit featured the Texas Longhorn as a key part of frontier life.

Variants and Related Words

• Longhorn (noun): A common shortened form for "Texas Longhorn."
  • We saw several longhorns grazing near the fence.
• Cattle (noun): A general term for domesticated bovine animals, which includes the Texas Longhorn breed.

Synonyms

• Beef cattle: General term for cattle raised for meat production.
• Range cattle: Cattle that are raised on open range land.

Related Idioms and Phrases

• (As) independent as a Texas Longhorn: Used to describe a person who is very self-reliant and tough, reflecting the breed's characteristics.
  • The old rancher was as independent as a Texas Longhorn.

Noun

1. long-horned beef cattle formerly common in southwestern United States