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buffalo

[ˈbʌfələʊ]

buffalo Definition

  • 1a heavily built wild ox with backswept horns, found mainly in the Old World tropics.
  • 2a North American bison.
  • 3a type of leather made from the skin of the buffalo.

Using buffalo: Examples

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

  • Example

    The African buffalo is one of the most dangerous animals in Africa.

  • Example

    The American buffalo was hunted to near extinction in the 19th century.

  • Example

    He wore a belt made of buffalo leather.

buffalo Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for buffalo

Phrases with buffalo

  • a domesticated buffalo used for plowing fields and transportation in Asia.

    Example

    The water buffalo is an important working animal in many parts of Asia.

  • deep-fried chicken wings coated in a spicy sauce, typically served as an appetizer.

    Example

    We ordered a plate of buffalo wings to share before our main course.

  • a member of one of the African American regiments within the US Army after the Civil War, serving primarily in the Western frontier.

    Example

    The buffalo soldiers played a significant role in the settlement of the American West.

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Summary: buffalo in Brief

Buffalo [ˈbʌfələʊ] refers to a heavily built wild ox with backswept horns, found mainly in the Old World tropics, or a North American bison. It can also mean a type of leather made from the skin of the buffalo. Examples include 'The African buffalo is one of the most dangerous animals in Africa.' and 'He wore a belt made of buffalo leather.' Phrases include 'water buffalo,' 'buffalo wings,' and 'buffalo soldier.'

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