Definition

1. Noun:
   • A type of large African antelope: "koodoo" refers to either of two species of spiral-horned antelopes native to the bushlands and savannas of eastern and southern Africa. It is an alternative spelling of "kudu".

Usage

• The word "koodoo" is used as a countable noun to refer to the animal itself.
• It is primarily used in zoological, wildlife, and hunting contexts.
• The spelling "koodoo" is less common than the standard spelling "kudu".

Examples

• Noun:
  • We spotted a magnificent koodoo near the waterhole.
  • The koodoo is known for its impressive, corkscrew-shaped horns.
  • Hunting the greater koodoo requires great skill and patience.

Advanced Usage

• "The lesser koodoo": Refers specifically to the smaller species ().
  • The lesser koodoo is more elusive than its larger relative.
• "The greater koodoo": Refers specifically to the larger species ().
  • The greater koodoo's horns can grow over a meter in length.

Variants and Related Words

• Kudu (n): The more common and standard spelling for the same animal.
  • The kudu is a majestic animal.
• Spiral-horned antelope (n phrase): A descriptive term for the group of antelopes that includes the koodoo/kudu.

Synonyms

• Spiral-horned antelope: A general descriptive synonym.
• Bushbuck (n): A related but different species of African antelope within the same genus (). It is not a perfect synonym but belongs to the same family.

Idioms

• There are no common idioms specifically using the word "koodoo".

Noun

1. either of two spiral-horned antelopes of the African bush