takin

Thân thiện

A takin stands on a rocky mountainside among green shrubs.

Definition

Noun: 1. A large, heavily built goat-antelope: A takin is a large, hoofed mammal (Budorcas taxicolor) native to the eastern Himalayan region. It has a stocky, powerful body with short legs, a large head, and distinctive curved horns. Its thick coat provides insulation in its high-altitude habitat.

Usage

The word "takin" is used to refer specifically to this unique animal species. It is a countable noun. * The takin is the national animal of Bhutan. * We were fortunate to observe a small herd of takins grazing on the mountain slope. * The takin's shaggy coat helps it survive in cold climates.

Advanced Usage

• As a subject of conservation: The takin is often discussed in contexts related to wildlife biology, zoology, and conservation efforts in the Eastern Himalayas.
  • The takin is considered a vulnerable species due to habitat loss.

Variants and Related Words

• Budorcas taxicolor: The scientific (Latin) name for the takin species.
• Goat-antelope: A general term for bovid mammals, like the takin, that share characteristics of both goats and antelopes.

Synonyms

• Cattle chamois: An older, less common name.
• Gnu goat: An older, less common name.

Note: There are no common idioms or phrasal verbs associated with the word "takin".

Học thuật

Noun

1. large heavily built goat antelope of eastern Himalayan area

Từ đồng nghĩa

• gnu goat
• Budorcas taxicolor