cowed

cow ¹  (kou)

n.

1. The mature female of cattle of the genus Bos.

2. The mature female of other large animals, such as whales, elephants, or moose.

3. A domesticated bovine of either sex or any age.

Idioms:

have a cow

Slang To become amazed, angered, or upset: He had a cow when he saw the mess we made.

till the cows come home Informal

For a very long time; indefinitely: They could argue till the cows come home and still not reach an agreement.

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[Middle English cou, from Old English c; see g^wou- in Indo-European roots.]

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cowy adj.

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cow ²  (kou)

tr.v. cowed, cow·ing, cows

To frighten with threats or a show of force. See Synonyms at intimidate.

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[Probably of Scandinavian origin.]

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cowed·ly (-d-l) adv.