| The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition. 2001-07. |
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| Charolais cattle |
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(shâr´ l ´´) (KEY) , breed of beef animal with a rugged, muscular appearance and solid creamy to wheat-colored coat. Originated in France, it was first imported to the United States in 1936 by way of Mexico. |
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