Addax
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A large desert antelope with twisted horns and pale fur
- noun
- /ˈædæks/
- Specialized
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addax
- Scientists are concerned about the declining population of Addax in the wild.
Examples
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The Addax is well adapted to the harsh desert environment.
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The Addax is a rare sight in the Sahara Desert.
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A herd of Addax can survive for long periods without water.
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Many Addaxes have adapted to survive in harsh desert conditions.
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A herd of Addax can survive for long periods without water.
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Scientists are concerned about the declining population of Addax in the wild.
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The Addax is well adapted to the harsh desert environment.
Surface Forms
Etymology
Addax comes from the animal's old Latin name, which was probably taken from Arabic for the same desert antelope. A helpful way to remember Addax is to picture its pale coat and long, twisted horns in the North African desert, because the name is used for this large desert antelope.
