Deer: meaning, definitions and examples

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deer

 

[ dษชr ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

animal type

A deer is a hoofed grazing or browsing animal belonging to the Cervidae family. Deer are typically characterized by their slender legs, large body, and antlers, which are usually present only in males. These animals are found in various habitats worldwide and are known for their agility and speed.

Synonyms

buck, doe, fawn, stag

Examples of usage

  • The deer gracefully leaped over the fallen log.
  • We spotted a deer while walking through the forest.
  • The hunter aimed carefully at the deer in the distance.
  • In autumn, you can often see deer gathering in fields.

Translations

Translations of the word "deer" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น veado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคนเคฟเคฐเคฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Reh

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ rusa

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะพะปะตะฝัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ jeleล„

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้นฟ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cerf

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ciervo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท geyik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‚ฌ์Šด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุบุฒุงู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ jelen

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ jeleลˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้นฟ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ jelen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hreindรฝr

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะฐั€ะฐะป

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ”แƒšแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ maral

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ciervo

Etymology

The word 'deer' originates from the Old English word 'dฤ“or', which means 'animal' or 'beast'. It is related to the Proto-Germanic word 'deuz', meaning 'animal', and has cognates in various Germanic languages. Over time, the term became more specific, referring primarily to the ruminant species within the Cervidae family. The evolution of the word reflects the historical importance of deer in various cultures for food, clothing, and hunting. Additionally, in Middle English, 'deer' denoted not just the Cervidae family, but any wild animal, showcasing its broader initial usage before narrowing down to its current definition.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,215 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.