estrous

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Adjective estrous has 1 sense

estrous - (of lower mammals) showing or in a state of estrus; in heat; "the estrous state"; "the estrous cycle"
Antonyms: anestrous, diestrous, dioestrous, diestrual, dioestrual

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Estrous

Definition:

Estrous refers to the recurring period of sexual receptivity and fertility in female mammals, commonly known as the estrous cycle.

Parts of Speech:

Noun: estrous
Adjective: estrous

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1 - Noun:

1. The recurrent state of sexual receptivity and fertility in female mammals.

Example Sentence: The cow exhibited signs of estrous, signaling that she was ready to be bred.

Sense 2 - Adjective:

1. Relating to or concerning the period of estrus (sexual receptivity) in female mammals.

Example Sentence: The veterinarian recommended performing an estrous synchronization procedure to optimize breeding efficiency.

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