Ibex: meaning, definitions and examples

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ibex

 

[ หˆaษชbษ›ks ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

animal species

The ibex is a species of wild goat that is known for its impressive curved horns and incredible climbing abilities. Found primarily in the mountainous regions of Europe, Asia, and North Africa, ibexes are well-adapted to rugged terrains. Their sharp hooves and powerful limbs allow them to navigate steep cliffs and rocky areas with ease. There are several species of ibex, including the Alpine ibex and the Nubian ibex, each with its unique habitat and characteristics.

Synonyms

mountain goat, wild goat

Examples of usage

  • The ibex gracefully scales the rocky cliffs.
  • We spotted an ibex during our hike in the Alps.
  • The ibex is known for its agility in mountainous environments.

Translations

Translations of the word "ibex" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น ibex

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‡เคฌเฅ‡เค•เฅเคธ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Steinbock

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ ibex

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั–ะฑะตะบั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ibeks

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ขใ‚คใƒ™ใƒƒใ‚ฏใ‚น

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท ibex

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ibex

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ibex

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์•„์ด๋ฒก์Šค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุฅูŠุจูƒุณ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ibex

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ibex

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไผŠ่ดๅ…‹ๆ–ฏ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ibex

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ ibex

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะธะฑะตะบั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ˜แƒ‘แƒ”แƒฅแƒกแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ibex

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ibex

Etymology

The word 'ibex' comes from the Latin 'ibex', which referred to a wild goat. This term has its roots in the ancient word used by the Romans to describe this particular species, which was notable for its remarkable climbing skills and striking horns. The ibex has been admired throughout history for its grace and toughness in inhospitable environments. In ancient cultures, the ibex was often associated with rugged landscapes and was seen as a symbol of endurance. The term has persisted in various languages, reflecting the animal's significance in wildlife and ecology discussions.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #32,922 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.