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!
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The silverback leads the group of gorillas.
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The silverback gorilla is the largest primate in the world.
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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.
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.
