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Ox-Goad

Description:

An ox-goad is a long, pointed stick typically used to drive and direct oxen while plowing or farming. It is usually made of durable wood or metal.

Possible Parts of Speech:

• Noun

Possible Senses:

1. A long stick used to prod and guide oxen.

Popular Usages:

1. Farmers rely on an ox-goad to control their oxen and ensure efficient plowing.

Local Usages:

1. In rural areas, an ox-goad may still be used for traditional farming practices.

Sample Sentences:

1. The farmer gently tapped the ox's flank with the ox-goad, urging it forward.

2. She gripped the sturdy ox-goad firmly, using it to guide the powerful animals.

3. The old man reminisced about his days as a farmer, wielding an ox-goad with strength and skill.

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