galloway
n. countable C2 Proficiency US //ˈɡæɫoʊˌweɪ// gal·loway
n. a small, strong horse or a type of black cattle without horns. These animals are originally from a specific area in Scotland.
n. a breed of sturdy, hornless beef cattle or a small, hardy horse originating from the Galloway region of Scotland.
The farmer raised a small herd of black Galloway cattle.
Known for their thick coats, Galloway cattle are well-suited to grazing on the cold, damp hillsides of northern Britain.
The historical text mentions the use of a Galloway as a reliable mount for traversing the rugged and unpredictable terrain of the borderlands.
Usage
Often used as a proper noun when referring specifically to the breed; frequently appears in the compound 'Belted Galloway'.