kob
Definition
- Noun:
- An orange-brown antelope of southeast Africa: A "kob" is a medium-sized antelope species (Kobus kob) native to grasslands and floodplains in parts of Africa, recognized by its reddish-brown to orange-brown coat and lyre-shaped horns in males.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- We spotted a herd of kob grazing near the river.
- The male kob uses its impressive horns for display and combat during the mating season.
Advanced Usage
- "Kob territory": Refers to the specific area inhabited or defended by these antelopes.
- The researchers are mapping the kob territory to understand their migration patterns.
Variants and Related Words
- Kobus kob (n): The scientific name for the kob antelope.
- Ugandan kob (n): A subspecies () found in Uganda.
- White-eared kob (n): A related but distinct species () found in East Africa.
Synonyms
- Antelope: A general term for a family of hoofed mammals to which the kob belongs.
Notes on Meaning
- The word "kob" refers specifically to this particular antelope species and is not used for other types of antelope. It is a countable noun (e.g., one kob, many kob or kobs).
Noun
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an orange-brown antelope of southeast Africa
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