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noun

Schafbock

ram

Definition & meaning

A Schafbock is the German term for a male sheep, commonly referred to in English as a ram. It refers to an uncastrated adult male of the domestic sheep species (Ovis aries).

Grammar & Word origin

The word is a compound noun formed by two parts:

  • Schaf: meaning "sheep".
  • Bock: meaning "buck" or "male animal" (often used for male goats, sheep, or deer).

In German grammar, it is a masculine noun (der). The plural form is Schafböcke .

Synonyms & antonyms

Synonyms:

  • Widder : This is the most common and precise technical term for a male sheep.
  • Hammel : This specifically refers to a castrated male sheep (wether).

Antonyms:

  • Aue : This refers to a female sheep (ewe).
  • Lamm : This refers to a young sheep (lamb) regardless of gender.

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Examples

Der Schafbock führt die kleine Herde an.noun

The ram leads the small flock.

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