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Gazella

Gazella

9.0
A slender, fast antelope that lives in Africa and Asia
  • noun
  • Specialized
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  • The genus Gazella includes various species that are renowned for their speed and slender bodies.

Examples

  • The genus Gazella includes several well-known species found in Africa and Asia.

  • Researchers observed the migration patterns of Gazella in the savanna.

  • Members of the Gazella genus are admired for their agility and grace.

  • The Gazella is known for its incredible speed.

  • Many species of Gazella roam the African savannah.

  • Many species of Gazella are commonly seen grazing on the open plains of Africa.

  • In Asian deserts, you might spot a Gazella darting away from potential predators.

Synonyms

gazelle
vsGazella
29 4.1

A small, fast antelope with long thin legs and bright eyes that moves gracefully

is the scientific genus name for that group rather than the common name

Compounds

Gazella subgutturosa
  • Specialized
9.9

A type of gazelle that lives in dry plains of western and central Asia

Gazella thomsoni
  • Specialized
9.9

A small gazelle from East Africa with a black stripe on its side

Oryx gazella
  • Specialized
9.8

A large antelope like a deer from southern Africa with long straight horns and a black stripe on its side

Surface Forms

Gazella singular
Gazellas plural

Etymology

Gazella comes from the Arabic word ghazal, which means 'gazelle', and is the same root as the English word gazelle. That's why the name makes you think of the animal's slim, fast, and graceful body and is used for this group of antelopes.