ox
UK: ɒks | US: ɑːks
n. A domesticated bovine animal, typically a castrated male, used for draft work or meat.
n. (Archaic) Any bovine animal, including wild species.
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The word "ox" traces back to Old English oxa, derived from Proto-Germanic ukhson (compare Old Norse uxi, Old High German ohso). Its roots extend to Proto-Indo-European uksḗn, meaning "bull" or "male bovine." Unlike many modern English words, "ox" retains its compact Germanic structure without separable prefixes or suffixes. Its simplicity reflects its ancient agricultural significance, unchanged by Latin or Greek influences.
The farmer plowed the field with a team of oxen.
In ancient times, oxen were symbols of strength and endurance.
The ox pulled the heavy cart steadily along the road.
Ox meat, known as beef, is a staple in many cuisines.
The ritual required sacrificing an ox to the gods.