ruminant
UK/'ru:minәnt/US
GREC2
Definitions
n.
A hoofed mammal that chews cud, such as a cow, sheep, or deer.
反刍动物（如牛、羊、鹿等）
adj.
Relating to cud-chewing animals; given to deep reflection.
反刍的；沉思的
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedruminroot
+
antperforming, being in a state
=ruminant
Common Collocations
- 1.domestic ruminant家养反刍动物
- 2.ruminant animal反刍类动物
- 3.[ruminant livestock]反刍牲畜
- 4.ruminant digestion反刍消化
Example Sentences
- 1.
Cows are ruminants that can digest tough plant material by chewing cud.
- 2.
Ruminants play a vital role in many agricultural economies around the world.