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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

stockyard

/ˈstɒkiɑːd/ noun · British & US
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What does stockyard mean?

noun

A place where livestock are kept, especially cattle, before being sent to market. A yard or enclosure for storing or holding cattle, especially before slaughter.

Example

"The stockyard was a bustling place, with cattle being loaded onto trucks all day."

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