silverback

[ˈsɪlvərbæk]

silverback Definition

a mature male gorilla, typically one with gray or silver hair on its back.

Using silverback: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "silverback" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The silverback leads the group of gorillas.

  • Example

    The silverback gorilla is the largest primate in the world.

  • Example

    The silverback protects his family from danger.

silverback Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for silverback

  • male gorilla
  • dominant gorilla

Phrases with silverback

  • silverbacked

    having a silver or gray back, typically used to describe gorillas

    Example

    The silverbacked gorilla was an impressive sight.

  • silverbacked jackal

    a species of jackal found in eastern and southern Africa, characterized by a silver-gray coat

    Example

    The silverbacked jackal is known for its distinctive vocalizations.

  • silverbacked bear

    a colloquial term for a grizzly bear, due to the silver-tipped hairs on its back

    Example

    The silverbacked bear is a formidable predator.

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Summary: silverback in Brief

A 'silverback' [ˈsɪlvərbæk] is a mature male gorilla with gray or silver hair on its back. It is the leader of the gorilla group and protects its family from danger. The term can also be used as an adjective, such as 'silverbacked,' to describe gorillas or other animals with silver or gray backs.