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antelope

[ˈæntələʊp]

antelope Definition

an animal of the cattle family that has long, curved horns and a slender body, found chiefly in Africa and Asia.

Using antelope: Examples

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

  • Example

    We saw a herd of antelopes grazing on the savannah.

  • Example

    The hunter aimed his rifle at the antelope, but missed.

  • Example

    Antelopes are known for their speed and agility.

antelope Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for antelope

Phrases with antelope

  • a hairstyle characterized by two twisted buns on top of the head

    Example

    She styled her hair in antelope horns for the costume party.

  • antelope play

    a type of children's game where one child is designated as the antelope and the others try to catch them

    Example

    The kids were playing antelope play in the park.

  • a region in northern Los Angeles County, California, known for its aerospace industry and natural beauty

    Example

    I went hiking in Antelope Valley last weekend.

Origins of antelope

from Old French 'antelop', from Medieval Latin 'ant(h)alopus', from Greek 'anthólops', meaning 'horse-like animal'

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Summary: antelope in Brief

An 'antelope' [ˈæntələʊp] is an animal of the cattle family that has long, curved horns and a slender body, found chiefly in Africa and Asia. They are known for their speed and agility. The term 'antelope horns' refers to a hairstyle characterized by two twisted buns on top of the head. 'Antelope play' is a type of children's game where one child is designated as the antelope and the others try to catch them. 'Antelope Valley' is a region in northern Los Angeles County, California, known for its aerospace industry and natural beauty.