Ox

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Historical UsagePlay
The term 'ox' evokes an image of traditional farming and historical labor. SlideThe museum's exhibit featured an ox yoked to an ancient plow.
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Physically StrongPlay
'Ox' implies great strength and is sometimes used to describe a strong person. SlideThe weightlifter was as strong as an ox.
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Gender SpecificPlay
An 'ox' is typically a male bovine that has been castrated and trained for work. SlideThe oxen were vital for farm work before engines existed.