Bovid mammal bound to be tied to stake Crossword Clue

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Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Bovid mammal bound to be tied to stake" corresponds to the answer "ANTELOPE". Let's break down the clue and see how it leads to this answer:

1. Bovid mammal: The first part of the clue refers to a specific type of mammal belonging to the Bovidae family. Bovids are a group of even-toed ungulates, which includes animals like cows, goats, and antelopes. So, we can infer that the answer is a type of bovid mammal.
2. Bound: The word "bound" suggests that the answer is connected or tied to something else in the clue.
3. To be tied to: The phrase "to be tied to" implies a connection between two elements in the clue. In this case, we need to find something in the clue that is associated with the bovid mammal.
4. Stake: The last part of the clue mentions a "stake." This could be a literal stake or a metaphorical one, indicating that the answer is somehow linked or related to this object.

Putting the clues together, we can deduce that the answer is "ANTELOPE." Antelopes are a type of bovid mammal, and in certain contexts, they can be associated with being tied to a stake, such as in hunting scenarios or as sacrificial offerings in some cultural practices. Therefore, "ANTELOPE" fits perfectly with the given clue.

Definition of "ANTELOPE"

a swift-running deerlike ruminant with smooth hair and upward-pointing horns, of a group native to Africa and Asia that includes the gazelles, impala, gnus, and elands.

 The Crossword clue "Bovid mammal bound to be tied to stake" published 1 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
The Times Cryptic	13 March 2018	ANTELOPE