Aberdeen Angus

American  

noun

1. one of a breed of hornless beef cattle having a smooth, black coat, raised originally in Scotland.

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Aberdeen Angus British  

noun

1. a black hornless breed of beef cattle originating in Scotland

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Etymology

Origin of Aberdeen Angus

First recorded in 1860–65

Example Sentences

Johnnie Balfour farms a 300-strong herd of Aberdeen Angus - and is planning to expand operations.

From BBC • Nov. 3, 2025

This means breeders are keen to ensure no impostors lacking in fat and flavour sully Aberdeen Angus beef's reputation, because premium beef demands premium prices.

From BBC • Sep. 5, 2012

In the 1950s, as many as 100,000 head of Aberdeen Angus and Hereford grazed in the park, according to Mark Coleman, president of the Mountain Cattlemen's Association of Victoria.

From Nature • Mar. 23, 2011

The government appealed for "patriotic" financial contributions to the war effort from the public and received more than $20 million in cash and valuables, including Aberdeen Angus steers and Mercedes-Benz automobiles.

From Time Magazine Archive

I considered trying a fat Aberdeen Angus with artificial horns for laughs, but this may do as well.

From Thy Rocks and Rills by Gilbert, Robert E.