elk

• Grand cervidé (Alces alces) des régions boréales d'Europe, d'Asie et d'Amérique du Nord, reconnaissable chez le mâle à ses larges bois en forme de pelle. En français, ce mammifère est appelé élan en Europe, mais il correspond à l'orignal en Amérique du Nord.

A large deer species (Alces alces) found in northern regions of North America, Europe, and Asia, known for its broad antlers in males. In British English, 'elk' typically refers to the same animal as the moose in North America.

1. A2formal

   A large deer species (Alces alces) found in northern North America and Eurasia, known for its large antlers in males.

   Élan (animal)

   • We saw a majestic elk grazing in the meadow.
   • The bull elk shed its antlers in early spring.
   • Elk are commonly found in national parks in the Rocky Mountains.

   Synonymesmoose

2. European elk (moose)B1formalbritish

   In British English, the term 'elk' refers to the same animal known as a moose in North America.

   Élan (Europe)

   • The European elk is the largest member of the deer family.
   • Elk populations are carefully managed in Scandinavian forests.
   • Hunting elk requires a special permit in many countries.

   Synonymesmoose