noun
- a breed of cattle with short horns, originally from northern England
Examples
- The farmer raised shorthorn cattle for both milk and beef production.
- Shorthorn bulls are known for their docile temperament.
- The dairy featured a herd of red and white shorthorns.
- Many ranchers prefer shorthorn cattle because they adapt well to different climates.
- The shorthorn breed originated in the counties of Durham and Yorkshire.
- At the county fair, the shorthorn cow won first prize in the livestock competition.