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gemsbuck

/ˈɡɛmz.bʌk/

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noun

/ˈɡɛmz.bʌk/B2formalscientific
  • ruКрупная южноафриканская антилопа (вид орикса), отличающаяся широкой чёрной полосой вдоль боков.

A large South African antelope (a type of oryx) characterized by a broad black band along its flanks.

  1. Large South African antelopeC1formal

    A large antelope native to southern Africa, characterized by a broad black stripe along its flanks and long, straight horns.

    ruКрупная южноафриканская антилопа

    • The gemsbuck stood majestically on the savanna, its black flank stripe clearly visible.
    • Tourists on safari were thrilled to spot a herd of gemsbuck near the watering hole.
    • The gemsbuck uses its long horns to defend itself against predators.

    Synonymsgemsbok