Cattle — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

plural noun noun /ˈka-tᵊl/ cat·tle

Meaning & Definition of Cattle

Cattle (plural noun)

  1. domesticated quadrupeds held as property or raised for use; specifically, bovine animals on a farm or ranch
  2. human beings especially en masse

Cattle (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in trash, rabble

    similar: proletariat, rabble, rabblement, ragtag and bobtail, riffraff, rout, scum, tag, rag, and bobtail, trash, unwashed, commoners, commons, crowd, herd, hoi polloi, mass, millions, mob, multitude, people, plebeians, plebs, populace, public, rank and file, bourgeoisie, middle class
    opposite: A-list, aristocracy, best, choice, corps d'elite, cream, elect, elite, fat, flower, pick, pink, pride, upper crust, gentility, gentlefolk, gentry, haute monde, nobility, patriciate, peerage, quality, royalty, society

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Cattle

The most common words with a similar meaning to Cattle:

proletariat, rabble, rabblement, ragtag and bobtail, riffraff, rout, scum, tag, rag, and bobtail, trash, unwashed, commoners, commons, crowd, herd, hoi polloi, mass, millions, mob, multitude, people, plebeians, plebs, populace, public, rank and file, bourgeoisie, middle class

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Cattle

Words with the opposite meaning of Cattle:

A-list, aristocracy, best, choice, corps d'elite, cream, elect, elite, fat, flower, pick, pink, pride, upper crust, gentility, gentlefolk, gentry, haute monde, nobility, patriciate, peerage, quality, royalty, society

Origin & Etymology of Cattle

Middle English catel, cadel "property (whether real or personal), goods, treasure, livestock, (in plural cateles) possessions," borrowed from Anglo-French katil "property, goods, wealth," borrowed from medieval French (dialects of Picardy and French Flanders) catel, going back to Medieval Latin capitāle "movable property, riches," (in Anglo-Saxon law texts) "head of cattle," noun derivative from neuter of capitālis "of the head, chief, principal" capital:1

First known use: 14th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Cattle

Words & Phrases Containing Cattle

cattle call, cattle egret, cattle grub, cattle guard, cattle prod, cattle tick, cattle grid, Australian cattle dog, beef cattle

Frequently Asked Questions about Cattle

What does "Cattle" mean?

"Cattle" means domesticated quadrupeds held as property or raised for use; specifically, bovine animals on a farm or ranch. As an a plural noun and a noun, it is defined as: domesticated quadrupeds held as property or raised for use; specifically, bovine animals on a farm or ranch.

What is another word for "Cattle"?

Other words for "Cattle" include proletariat, rabble, rabblement, ragtag and bobtail, riffraff, rout, scum and tag, rag, and bobtail. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Cattle" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Cattle"?

There are 27 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Cattle". Common alternatives include proletariat, rabble, rabblement, ragtag and bobtail, riffraff, rout, scum, tag, rag, and bobtail, trash and unwashed.

What is the opposite of "Cattle"?

Antonyms of "Cattle" include A-list, aristocracy, best, choice, corps d'elite, cream, elect and elite.

Is "Cattle" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Cattle" can be used as a plural noun and a noun, depending on the context.

Is "Cattle" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Cattle" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Cattle"?

"Cattle" is pronounced /ˈka-tᵊl/ and divided into syllables as cat·tle.

What is the origin of the word "Cattle"?

"Cattle" comes from Middle English catel, cadel "property (whether real or personal), goods, treasure, livestock, (in plural cateles) possessions," borrowed from Anglo-French katil "property, goods, wealth," borrowed from medieval French (dialects of Picardy and French Flanders) catel, going back to Medieval Latin capitāle "movable property, riches," (in Anglo-Saxon law texts) "head of cattle," noun derivative from neuter of capitālis "of the head, chief, principal" capital:1. First known use: 14th century.