domestic animal

American  

noun

1. an animal, as the horse or cat, that has been tamed and kept by humans as a work animal, food source, or pet, especially a member of those species that have, through selective breeding, become notably different from their wild ancestors.

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Etymology

Origin of domestic animal

First recorded in 1850–55

Example Sentences

This pattern has been seen in every domestic animal, except dogs.

From Science Daily • Nov. 6, 2023

"As this is not a domestic animal, both the coastguard and mountain rescue teams are unable to assist in this matter," the spokeswoman said.

From BBC • Nov. 2, 2023

“It can happen wherever there is frequent wild or domestic animal and human interactions.”

From New York Times • Jul. 6, 2023

Limiting domestic animal contact with wild birds—particularly at shared water sources—is essential.

From Scientific American • Apr. 6, 2023

I explained that wild animals were out of the question as were the larger varieties of domestic animal such as cow or horse.

From "The View From Saturday" by E.L. Konigsburg