Definition

1. Noun:
   • Muskox: A large, hoofed mammal (Ovibos moschatus) native to the Arctic regions, characterized by its thick coat, curved horns, and a musky odor emitted by males during the mating season.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Bò xạ sống ở vùng Bắc Cực. (The muskox lives in the Arctic region.)
  • Lớp lông dày giúp bò xạ chống chọi với cái lạnh khắc nghiệt. (The thick fur helps the muskox withstand the harsh cold.)

Advanced Usage

• Scientific context: The term is used in zoology and biology to refer specifically to the species .
  • Bò xạ (Ovibos moschatus) là một ví dụ điển hình về động vật thích nghi với khí hậu vùng cực. (The muskox (Ovibos moschatus) is a prime example of an animal adapted to polar climates.)

Variants and Related Words

• Con bò xạ: A muskox (adding "con" specifies the animal).
  • Chúng tôi nhìn thấy một con bò xạ từ xa. (We saw a muskox from a distance.)
• Bò xạ đực: A male muskox.
• Bò xạ cái: A female muskox.

Synonyms

• Bò xạ hương: An alternative, less common name that also references the musky scent.
• Ovibos: The scientific genus name, sometimes used in technical contexts.

Notes on Meaning

• The word 'bò xạ' is a compound noun specific to Vietnamese. It directly refers to the muskox animal and is not typically used in other figurative or idiomatic expressions. The name derives from "bò" (ox/cow) and "xạ" (musk), describing the animal's bovine-like appearance and distinctive odor.

1. Musk-ox