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- [gemz-bok]
- /ˈgɛmzˌbɒk/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [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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- what is a gemsbok?
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