muntjac

Thân thiện

A muntjac stands quietly in a sun-dappled forest clearing.

Definition

Noun 1. A small Asian deer: A muntjac is a type of deer native to South and Southeast Asia. It is characterized by its small size, short antlers (typically present only on males), and distinctive vocalization that resembles a dog's bark.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • We spotted a muntjac foraging at the edge of the forest.
  • The muntjac's bark can be surprisingly loud for such a small animal.
  • Several species of muntjac are found across Asia.

Advanced Usage

• As a modifier: The word can be used attributively to describe related things.
  • The muntjac population in the region has remained stable.
  • He studies muntjac behavior and ecology.

Variants and Related Words

• Barking deer: This is a common alternative name for the muntjac, derived from its characteristic call.

Synonyms

• Barking deer (n): The most direct synonym, emphasizing its vocalization.

Học thuật

Noun

1. small Asian deer with small antlers and a cry like a bark

Từ đồng nghĩa

• barking deer