What is another word for chewing the cud?
Pronunciation: [t͡ʃjˈuːɪŋ ðə kˈʌd] (IPA) 
Chewing the cud is a phrase that refers to the process of ruminants, such as cows and sheep, regurgitating food from their stomachs to be rechewed and further digested. Some synonyms for this phrase include rumination, mastication, and cud chewing. These terms all describe the same process of animals chewing and rechewing their food to break it down and extract nutrients. While this process may seem strange to some, it is an essential part of the digestive process for these animals, allowing them to extract all possible nutrients from their food. So, whether you call it chewing the cud, rumination, or mastication, this process is crucial for the health and wellbeing of ruminants.
