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bisontine

bisontine

9.9
Having the size or strength of a bison
  • adjective
  • /ˈbaɪsənˌtaɪn/
: bisonte
  • The artist sculpted a bisontine figure to capture the majesty of the animal.

Examples

  • The museum displayed a bisontine skull alongside other prehistoric animals.

  • His bisontine strength was legendary among his peers.

  • The bisontine landscape is breathtaking.

  • Many bisontine features are found in the national park.

  • The artist sculpted a bisontine figure to capture the majesty of the animal.

  • The museum displayed a bisontine skull alongside other prehistoric animals.

  • Many bisontine features are found in the national park.

Synonyms

bubaline
vsbisontine
  • Specialized
9.9

Having the size and features of a buffalo

refers to relatives found mainly in North America and Europe

Surface Forms

bisontine positive

Morphology

bisontine = bison (transparent) = bison + tine

The suffix '-tine' is a common adjectival form, making the meaning 'relating to bison' clear.

Etymology

The word bisontine comes from the animal name bison and the ending -ine, which means 'like' or 'related to'. So, bisontine describes something that is 'like a bison', for example in size, strength, or appearance.