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gemsbok

gems·bok
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Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [gemz-bok]
    • /ˈgɛmzˌbɒk/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [gemz-bok]
    • /ˈgɛmzˌbɒk/

Definitions of gemsbok word

  • noun plural gemsbok a large antelope, Oryx gazella, of southern and eastern Africa, having long, straight horns and a long, tufted tail. 1
  • noun gemsbok A large antelope that has a gray coat, distinctive black-and-white head markings, and long straight horns, native to southwestern and East Africa. 1
  • noun gemsbok a large antelope (Oryx gazella) of S Africa, with long, straight horns and a tufted tail 0

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Origin of gemsbok

First appearance:

before 1770
One of the 46% newest English words
1770-80; < Afrikaans < German Gemsbock male chamois. See gems, buck1

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Parts of speech for Gemsbok

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gemsbok popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 55% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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gemsbok usage trend in Literature

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Top questions with gemsbok

  • what is a gemsbok?

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