Definition of cow

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cow¹    (kou) KEY 

NOUN:

1. The mature female of cattle of the genus Bos.
2. The mature female of other large animals, such as whales, elephants, or moose.
3. A domesticated bovine of either sex or any age.

IDIOMS:
have a cow

Slang To become amazed, angered, or upset: He had a cow when he saw the mess we made.

till the cows come home Informal

For a very long time; indefinitely: They could argue till the cows come home and still not reach an agreement.

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ETYMOLOGY:
Middle English cou, from Old English c; see g^wou- in Indo-European roots

OTHER FORMS:
cowy(Adjective)