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1.
big
horn
Noun

wild sheep known for their iconic curved horns, adaptability to mountainous terrain, herbivorous diet, social behavior, and conservation challenges

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2.
Beulah Speckled-face
Noun

a breed of sheep that originated in Wales and is characterized by their black and white spotted faces

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3.
black
face
Noun

a form of theatrical makeup used to portray offensive and racist caricatures of black people, which has a history of causing harm and perpetuating negative stereotypes

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4.
Black Welsh Mountain
Noun

a breed of domestic sheep, native to Wales and known for their black wool and hardiness

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Border Leicester
Noun

a breed of sheep that originated in England and is now raised in many parts of the world for its high-quality meat and wool

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bore
ray
Noun

a rare breed of sheep that is native to the St. Kilda archipelago off the west coast of Scotland

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Brecknock Hill Cheviot
Noun

a breed of domestic sheep that originated from the Cheviot Hills area in Wales

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Cambridge
8.
camb
ridge
Noun

a university in England

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che
viot
Noun

a type of sheep that's tough and gives soft wool, originally from the hills between England and Scotland

Farmers like Cheviot sheep because they do well in hilly areas.

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ven
deen
Noun

a breed of hunting dog originating from the Vendée region in western France

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tex
el
Noun

a breed of domestic sheep that is known for its meat production, with a dense, muscular build and white, curly fleece, originally from the island of Texel in the Netherlands

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British Milksheep
Noun

a breed of domestic sheep that is specifically bred for its high milk production, with a white fleece and docile temperament

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cha
ro
llais
Noun

a breed of domestic sheep that is known for its high-quality meat production, with a white, dense fleece and docile temperament, originally from the Charolles area in Burgundy, France

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Bleu du Maine
Noun

a breed of domestic sheep originating from the Maine region of France, known for its hardiness and meat quality

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Clun Forest
Noun

a breed of sheep originating from the uplands of Shropshire, England

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co
rrie
dale
Noun

a dual-purpose breed of sheep developed by crossbreeding Merino and Lincoln sheep, and is valued for its wool and meat

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cots
wold
Noun

a large, long-wooled breed of domestic sheep known for its distinctive appearance, high-quality fleece, and adaptability to different environments

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dale
sbred
Noun

a breed of sheep that originated in the Yorkshire Dales region of England

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Bluefaced Leicester
Noun

a breed of sheep that is known for its long, lustrous wool and distinctive blue-tinted face

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Whiteheaded Mutton
Noun

a type of sheep breed that is known for producing high-quality meat, with a distinctive white patch on their heads

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dart
moor
Noun

a breed of sheep that is native to the Dartmoor region of England, known for their hardiness, adaptability, and ability to graze in tough environments

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Derbyshire Gritstone
Noun

a breed of sheep that is native to the Derbyshire region of England, known for their hardiness and ability to thrive in harsh upland environments

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Devon and Cornwall Longwool
Noun

a rare breed of sheep that is native to the southwestern regions of England, prized for their long, curly wool that has a high lanolin content, making it particularly suitable for spinning into yarn

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Devon Closewool
Noun

a breed of sheep that is native to the Devon region of England, known for their dense, fine wool that is well-suited for use in textiles and carpets

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Dorset Horn
Noun

a breed of sheep that is known for its prolific breeding capabilities and high-quality meat, originating from the Dorset region of England

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East Friesian
Noun

a breed of dairy sheep that is originally from the East Frisia region of Germany, known for their high milk production and suitability for intensive dairy farming

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Exmoor Horn
Noun

a breed of sheep that is native to the Exmoor region of England, known for their hardiness and ability to graze on tough, upland vegetation

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Hampshire Down
Noun

a breed of sheep originating from Hampshire, England, that is popular for its meat and wool production

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29.
heb
ri
dean
Adjective

of or relating to the Hebrides

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30.
herd
wick
Noun

a breed of sheep that is native to the Lake District region of England, known for their hardiness, adaptability, and ability to graze on rough terrain

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Hill Radnor
Noun

a breed of sheep that is native to the Welsh hills, known for their hardiness, adaptability, and ability to graze on rugged upland terrain

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ka
ra
kul
Noun

a breed of domestic sheep known for their distinctive appearance, including a compact body, dense curly fleece, and a fatty tail

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Kerry Hill
Noun

a breed of sheep that is named after the Kerry Hill region of Wales, known for their distinctive white fleece and distinctive markings, with a black or brown spot on each ear and around the eyes

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Leicester Longwool
Noun

a breed of sheep that is known for its long, curly wool that is highly prized for its quality and sheen, and was developed in the English county of Leicestershire

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Lincoln
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lin
coln
Noun

a large breed of sheep known for their long, lustrous fleece, rectangular body shape, and distinctive appearance

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Llanwenog
Noun

a breed of sheep that is native to Wales, known for their hardiness and adaptability, and is often used for both meat and wool production

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Lleyn
Noun

a breed of sheep that is named after the Lleyn Peninsula in Wales, known for their hardiness and suitability for grazing on coastal and upland terrain, as well as their high-quality meat and wool production

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Lonk
Noun

a breed of sheep that is native to the upland regions of Lancashire in northern England, known for their hardiness and ability to graze on rough terrain, as well as their high-quality meat production

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Manx Loaghtan
Noun

a breed of sheep that is native to the Isle of Man, known for their distinctive appearance, with four or occasionally six curved horns, and their high-quality meat and wool production

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ma
sham
Noun

a breed of sheep that is produced by crossing Teeswater and Dalesbred sheep, and is named after the town of Masham in North Yorkshire, England

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me
ri
no
Noun

a prized breed of sheep known for its fine wool production and adaptability to diverse environments

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mule
42.
mule
Noun

an animal that is the offspring of a male donkey and a female horse, which is particularly used to carry heavy loads

The mule carried heavy loads up the steep mountain trail.

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Norfolk Horn
Noun

a breed of sheep that is native to the Norfolk region of England, known for their hardiness and adaptability to grazing on rough upland terrain

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Oxford
44.
Oxford
Noun

a type of shoe that is made of leather and has laces and a low heel

He polished his Oxfords before the job interview.

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45.
tam
worth
Noun

a breed of domestic pig that is native to the United Kingdom, known for their hardiness, foraging ability, and high-quality meat production

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46.
sa
ddle
back
Noun

a double sloping roof with a ridge and gables at each end

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piet
rain
Noun

a breed of domestic pig that is known for its muscular build, fast growth, and high-quality meat production, and originates from the town of Piétrain in Belgium

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land
race
Noun

a highly adaptable breed of domestic pig that originated in Denmark and is known for its strong maternal instincts and high fertility

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Hampshire
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hamp
shire
Noun

a breed of pig originating from Hampshire, England, which is known for its high meat quality, hardiness, and longevity

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Gloucester Old Spot
Noun

a breed of domestic pig that is known for its distinctive coat of white with black spots, good-natured temperament, and high-quality meat production

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du
roc
Noun

a breed of domestic pig that is known for its muscular build, fast growth, and high-quality meat production, with a reddish-brown coat and drooping ears

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Chester White
Noun

a breed of domestic pig that is known for its large size, muscular build, and high-quality meat production, with a white coat and drooping ears

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berk
shire
Noun

a county in southern England

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