markhor

Thân thiện

A markhor stands on a rocky cliff overlooking a mountain valley.

Definition

Noun: A large wild goat (Capra falconeri) native to the mountains of Central Asia, particularly the Himalayas, characterized by its impressive, thick, and spirally twisted horns.

Usage

The word "markhor" is used specifically to refer to this distinct species of goat. It functions as a countable noun. - The markhor is the national animal of Pakistan. - Conservationists are working to protect the endangered markhor. - We spotted a male markhor with magnificent horns on the cliffside.

Advanced Usage

• The term is used in zoological, conservation, and wildlife contexts.
• The plural form is typically markhors, though markhor can also be used as a plural (similar to "sheep").

Variants and Related Words

• Markhoor: An alternate spelling.
• Screw horn goat: A descriptive, non-scientific name referencing its distinctive horns.

Synonyms

• Screw horn goat
• (scientific name)

Different Meanings

The word "markhor" has only one specific meaning, referring to this particular animal species. It does not have other common metaphorical or idiomatic meanings in general English usage.

Học thuật

Noun

1. large Himalayan goat with large spiraled horns

Từ đồng nghĩa

• markhoor
• Capra falconeri