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wildebeest

 

[ หˆwษชldษ™หŒbiหst ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

animal species

The wildebeest, also known as the gnus, is a large African antelope with a head resembling that of an ox and a long, curved set of horns. These animals are known for their impressive migrations across the Serengeti, where they travel in large herds in search of fresh grazing grounds. Wildebeest are known for their distinctive appearance, with a stocky body, a long face, and a tufted tail. They play a significant role in their ecosystem, as they graze on grass and are an important food source for predators.

Synonyms

African antelope, gnu, gnu antelope

Examples of usage

  • The wildebeest migration is one of nature's greatest spectacles.
  • Wildebeests are often seen in groups during the dry season.
  • Predators such as lions and hyenas hunt wildebeests.
  • The wildebeest is a symbol of the African savanna.

Translations

Translations of the word "wildebeest" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น gnu

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เฅ‡เค‚เคกเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Wildebeest

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ gnu

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะธะบะฐะผะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ gnu

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฆใ‚ฃใƒซใƒ‡ใƒ“ใƒผใ‚นใƒˆ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท gnu

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ gnu

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gnu

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์˜์–‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุบุฒุงู„ ุบู†ูˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gnu

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ gnu

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ง’้ฉฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ gnu

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gnu

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะณะฝัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒœแƒฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gnu

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ gnu

Etymology

The word "wildebeest" originates from the Dutch language, combining "wilde" which means wild, and "beest" which means beast or animal. The term was first used to refer to the animal in the mid-19th century as European explorers and naturalists began to study and document Africa's diverse wildlife. The wildebeest is also known by its Afrikaans name, 'wildebees'. This large, herbivorous mammal has adapted to the open grasslands of eastern and southern Africa, becoming known for its large-scale migrations. The usage of the word in English reflects the influence of both Dutch and local African languages, showcasing the historical interactions between European settlers and the indigenous peoples of Africa.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,041 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.