The term COWLIKE can be broken down into two crossword solutions: BOVINE (6 letters) and BOSSIER (7 letters). BOVINE is an adjective that describes animals of the cattle family, such as cows, bulls, and oxen. It is derived from the Latin word 'BOS, ' which means cow or ox. Bossier is an adjective that describes something that is similar to a cow in terms of behavior, such as being slow-moving, docile, and gentle. It is derived from the French word 'bœuf, ' which means ox or bull.