Ovine
adjective
Related to sheep.
The farmer has ovine animals in his field.

Often appears as...
- ovine diseases
- ovine species
Usage tips
Formal
Technical
adjective
Related to sheep.
The farmer has ovine animals in his field.

Often appears as...
- ovine diseases
- ovine species
Usage tips
Formal
Technical
Definition 1 of 1

Animal Husbandry Context
Use 'ovine' when discussing topics related to sheep farming and veterinary science.

The veterinarian specializes in ovine medicine.
Beware of Confusion
'Ovine' specifically refers to sheep, not goats or other livestock.

Ovine wool is softer than that of other animals.
Technical Term
'Ovine' is a specialized term often used in scientific and agricultural settings.

Researchers studied ovine genetics to improve wool quality.
Animal Husbandry Context
Use 'ovine' when discussing topics related to sheep farming and veterinary science.

The veterinarian specializes in ovine medicine.
Beware of Confusion
'Ovine' specifically refers to sheep, not goats or other livestock.

Ovine wool is softer than that of other animals.
Technical Term
'Ovine' is a specialized term often used in scientific and agricultural settings.

Researchers studied ovine genetics to improve wool quality.
Animal Husbandry Context
Use 'ovine' when discussing topics related to sheep farming and veterinary science.

The veterinarian specializes in ovine medicine.
Beware of Confusion
'Ovine' specifically refers to sheep, not goats or other livestock.

Ovine wool is softer than that of other animals.
Technical Term
'Ovine' is a specialized term often used in scientific and agricultural settings.

Researchers studied ovine genetics to improve wool quality.
WordUp Chrome Extension
As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.
Get Chrome Extension