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tsine

tsine

9.9
A large wild ox from the forests of the Malay islands
  • noun
  • Philippine
translation icon : tsine
  • The tsine is rarely seen outside remote forests in Borneo and Sumatra.

Examples

  • Researchers tracked several tsines to study their migration patterns.

  • Many tsines roam the forests of Borneo.

  • Conservationists are working to protect the habitat of the endangered tsine.

  • The tsine is a majestic animal.

  • Conservationists are working to protect the habitat of the endangered tsine.

  • Researchers tracked several tsines to study their migration patterns.

  • The tsine is rarely seen outside remote forests in Borneo and Sumatra.

Synonyms

banting
vstsine
  • UK
4 9.9

A large wild cow with long horns that lives in forests in Southeast Asia

focuses on forest habitat across the Malay Archipelago rather than specific countries
Bos banteng
vstsine
  • Specialized
9.9

A wild ox with a strong body that lives in Southeast Asia

focuses more on habitat and general robustness rather than markings
banteng
vstsine
  • Philippine
9.9

A wild ox that lives in Southeast Asia, especially the Malay islands

adds habitat detail and notes a robust build rather than being general

Surface Forms

tsine singular
tsines plural

Etymology

Tsine likely comes from a local Malay name for a wild ox that meant 'forest ox'. Think of it as a strong, wild 'ox' from the Malay islands, which is why tsine means a big, sturdy wild ox that lives in forests.