| A | B |
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| Bos indicus | scientific nomenclature for domesticated cattle which originate from Africa or south Asia |
| Bos taurus | scientific nomenclature for domesticated cattle which originate from Europe |
| Bull | intact male bovine |
| Calf | young bovine |
| Composite Breed | cross of three or more different breeds |
| Cow | mature female bovine which has had a calf |
| Crest (Hump) | top of the neck, which is more pronounced in some breeds |
| Crossbred | cross of two different breeds |
| Dewlap | loose skin beneath the neck |
| Docile | livestock which are calm, not aggressive and are easily trained and handled |
| Dual-Purpose | breeds which are traditionally utilized to meet both dairy and meat production needs |
| Heifer | immature female bovine |
| Heterosis | ability of crossbred animals to have the best traits from each parent |
| Marbling | intramuscular fat which provides flavor |
| Muzzle | mouth, nose and jaw of a bovine |
| Pigmentation | skin cells which determine how hair color develops |
| Polled | absence of horns |
| Purebred | bred from members of the same recognized breed |
| Steer | castrated male bovine |
| Switch | bottom hairs of the tail |
| Thrifty Grazer | utilizes both poor- and high-quality forages well to grow and maintain their body |
