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Santa Gertrudis

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San·ta Ger·tru·dis  (snt gr-trds)
n. pl. Santa Gertrudis
Any of a breed of large beef cattle that are highly resistant to heat and insects, developed in the United States by crossing Brahmans and shorthorns.

[After the Santa Gertrudis section of the King Ranch in Kingsville, Texas.]

Santa Gertrudis [ˈsæntə gəˈtruːdɪs]
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(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Breeds) one of a breed of large red beef cattle developed in Texas
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.Santa Gertrudis - Brahman and shorthorn crossbreed of red cattleSanta Gertrudis - Brahman and shorthorn crossbreed of red cattle; hardy in hot regions
beef, beef cattle - cattle that are reared for their meat


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