Eland: meaning, definitions and examples

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eland

 

[ หˆiหlษ™nd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

animal type

The eland is a large species of antelope found in African savannas and grasslands. It is known for its impressive size and spiral horns, and it can weigh up to 2,200 pounds. Elands are social animals often found in herds, and they have a distinctive reddish-brown to grayish coat that aids in camouflage.

Synonyms

antelope, spiral-horned antelope

Examples of usage

  • Elands graze peacefully in the open fields.
  • The eland is one of the largest antelopes in Africa.
  • We spotted a group of elands during our safari.
  • Elands are known for their agile movements despite their size.

Translations

Translations of the word "eland" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น eland

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคˆเคฒเฅˆเค‚เคก

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Eland

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ eland

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะตะปะฐะฝะด

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ eland

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚จใƒฉใƒณใƒ‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท รฉland

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ eland

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท eland

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์—˜๋ž€๋“œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฅูŠู„ุงู†ุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ eland

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ eland

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไผŠๅ…ฐๅพท

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ eland

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ eland

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะตะปะฐะฝะด

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ”แƒšแƒแƒœแƒ“แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ eland

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ eland

Etymology

The word 'eland' originates from the Dutch word 'eland', which means 'elk' or 'moose'. It was introduced into the English language in the 17th century, reflecting the influence of Dutch settlers in South Africa. The term specifically refers to the African antelope, which belongs to the genus Taurotragus. The eland has several species, with the common eland (Taurotragus oryx) being the largest and most widespread. The name is derived from the Middle Dutch term 'elle', meaning 'deer' or 'elk', highlighting the animal's resemblance to both deer and elk. Over time, the eland has become a significant figure in African wildlife and culture, symbolizing strength and grace.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,198 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.