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dehorn

/diːˈhɔːrn/

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verb

/diːˈhɔːrn/C2formal
  • ruГлагол, означающий удаление рогов у животного, обычно у крупного рогатого скота или коз.

A verb meaning to remove the horns from an animal, typically cattle or goats.

  1. Prevent horn growthC1formal

    To stop or prevent the growth of horns on an animal, typically through a medical or chemical procedure.

    ruПредотвратить рост рогов

    • The farmer dehorned the young calves to prevent injuries.
    • Veterinarians often dehorn cattle for safety reasons.
    • Dehorning is a common practice on many livestock farms.

    Synonymsdisbudpoll

  2. Remove existing hornsC1formal

    To surgically or physically remove the horns from an animal.

    ruУдалить рога

    • The rancher dehorned the adult bull to reduce aggression.
    • They dehorned the goats before transporting them.
    • Dehorning is performed under anesthesia to minimize pain.

    Synonymspoll

Forms
  • dehorned past participle
  • dehorned past simple
  • dehorning present participle
  • dehorns third person singular