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wisent

wisent

9.9
A large wild European bison with a smaller, higher head
  • noun
  • /ˈwiːzənt/
  • UK
translation icon : bisonte europeo
  • The wisent differs from its American relative in both size and the shape of its head.

Examples

  • The wisent is an endangered species.

  • Conservation efforts have helped increase the wisent population in Poland.

  • The wisent once roamed the forests of Europe in large herds.

  • Many wisents roam freely in the forests of Poland.

  • wisent, a majestic animal, roamed freely in the forests of Eastern Europe.

  • Conservation efforts have focused on protecting the wisent from extinction.

  • Many tourists are excited to see the rare wisent in its natural habitat.

Synonyms

bison
vswisent
32 3.9

A large wild animal like a cow with a humped back, thick fur, and short horns

is narrower referring specifically to the European form with a smaller higher head
Bison bonasus
vswisent
  • Specialized
8.3

A large wild European animal like a cow with a smaller head set higher than the American bison

is the same animal but used as an alternate traditional name

Surface Forms

wisent singular
wisents plural

Etymology

Wisent comes from German Wisent, the old name for the European bison. It is the European cousin of the familiar bison, so the word helps you remember it is a large, wild, cow-like animal from Europe.