oxen-like

adjective
UK /ˈɒksən laɪk/
US /ˈɑːksən laɪk/

Looking or acting like an ox.

The big dog had an oxen-like build and walked slowly.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Very strong and able to carry heavy things.

He had an oxen-like strength when lifting the boxes.

3. Slow and steady, not easily hurried.

Her oxen-like patience helped her finish the long job.

4. Calm and gentle in the way of a farm ox.

The oxen-like giant spoke softly to the children.