Antelope: meaning, definitions and examples

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antelope

 

[ หˆรฆntษ™loสŠp ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

animal species

Antelopes are a diverse group of herbivorous mammals found primarily in Africa and parts of Asia. They are characterized by their long legs, slender bodies, and distinctively shaped horns in males, which can vary widely among species. Antelopes are known for their agility and speed, often using these traits to evade predators. Many species live in herds, providing protection against threats and improving their chances of survival. Some well-known types of antelopes include the gazelle, impala, and kudu.

Synonyms

buck, deer, gazelle, impala

Examples of usage

  • The antelope grazed peacefully in the grassland.
  • She spotted a herd of antelope while on safari.
  • Antelopes are known for their incredible speed.
  • Conservation efforts are crucial for protecting antelope populations.
  • The majestic antelope leaped over the fallen log.

Translations

Translations of the word "antelope" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น antรญlope

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เคฟเคฒเคนเคฐเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Antilope

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ antilop

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฐะฝั‚ะธะปะพะฟะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ antylopa

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ขใƒณใƒ†ใƒญใƒผใƒ—

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท antilop

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ antilop

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท antilop

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์˜์–‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุธุจูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ antilopa

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ antilopa

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็พš็พŠ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ antilopa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ antilรณpa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐะฝั‚ะธะปะพะฟะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒœแƒขแƒ˜แƒšแƒแƒžแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ antilop

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ antรญlope

Etymology

The word 'antelope' comes from the Middle English term 'antelope', which itself is derived from the Latin word 'antelope' and traces its roots back to the Ancient Greek word 'antholops'. This term was likely influenced by the Latin 'antฤƒlลซpa', referring to a specific type of deer. The usage of the term has expanded over time to encompass a wide variety of species within the Bovidae family, characterized by their distinctive features and adaptive behaviors for grazing on grasslands. The notion of antelopes in historical texts often relates to their status as symbols of grace and agility in the wild, impacting their representation in art and culture. Today, antelopes are recognized not just in zoology but also in conservation discussions due to their roles in ecosystems and the threats they face from habitat loss and poaching.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,826, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.