Dewlap ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Dewlap ( noun )

1. A fold of loose skin hanging from the lower jaw or neck of certain animals, especially cattle and horses.
2. A fold of skin hanging from the lower jaw or neck of certain animals.

Origin:

Middle english dewlappe, from old english daglæppa, from dag day + læppa fold, flap.

Examples:

1. The cow had a large dewlap hanging from its neck.
2. The horse's dewlap flapped in the wind as it galloped.
3. The dewlap of the bull was so large it almost touched the ground.
4. The dewlap of a pig is a sign of good health.
5. The dewlap of the sheep was covered in burrs.

(As a verb)

Dewlap ( verb )

1. A fold of loose skin hanging from the lower jaw or neck of certain animals, especially cattle and horses.
2. A fold of skin hanging from the lower jaw or neck of certain animals.

Origin:

Middle english dewlappe, from old english daglæppa, from dag day + læppa fold, flap.

Examples:

1. The cow had a large dewlap hanging from its neck.
2. The horse's dewlap flapped in the wind as it galloped.
3. The dewlap of the bull was so large it almost touched the ground.
4. The dewlap of a pig is a sign of good health.
5. The dewlap of the sheep was covered in burrs.