Cebus

/ˈsɛbəs/ noun

Definition

Plural of cebu; multiple animals of the humped cattle breed adapted to hot and tropical climates.

Etymology

Plural form of cebu, with the -s ending; cebu itself comes from Sanskrit or Indian language roots for humped cattle.

Kelly Says

India has millions of cebus and hybrid cebu cattle that are sacred in Hindu tradition, making them both economically important and religiously protected—a unique cultural relationship with livestock.

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