/ˈbɛsi/ or /ˈbɛsɪ/ (BESS-ee or BES-ee)

Definitions

1. noun

A female cow, especially a milking cow.

“The farmer led his prize-winning bessie through the fields.”

2. noun

A term of endearment for a cow, especially a pet or a favorite.

“The children were delighted to see their bessie at the farm.”

3. proper noun

A proper noun, referring to the name of a specific cow.

“Bessie, the cow that won first prize at the county fair, was a local celebrity.”