Antelope

Pronunciation: /ˈæntəˌloʊp/

Definitions of antelope

noun a type of mammal that belongs to the family Bovidae, typically found in Africa and Asia, known for its long horns and fast running speed

Example Sentences

A1 The antelope ran gracefully across the savannah.

A2 I saw a group of antelopes grazing in the field.

B1 The antelope population has been declining due to habitat loss.

B2 The safari guide pointed out a rare species of antelope in the distance.

C1 Researchers are studying the migration patterns of antelopes in the region.

C2 The antelope's speed and agility make it a formidable prey for predators.

Examples of antelope in a Sentence

formal The antelope gracefully bounded across the savanna, showcasing its speed and agility.

informal I saw a bunch of antelopes running around in the field near my house.

slang Check out that antelope, it's so fast!

figurative She moved through the crowded room like a nimble antelope, avoiding obstacles with ease.

Grammatical Forms of antelope

• past tense: anteloped
• plural: antelopes
• comparative: more antelope
• superlative: most antelope
• present tense: antelope
• future tense: will antelope
• perfect tense: have anteloped
• continuous tense: is anteloping
• singular: antelope
• positive degree: antelope
• infinitive: to antelope
• gerund: anteloping
• participle: anteloped

Origin and Evolution of antelope

First Known Use: 1420 year

Language of Origin: Latin and Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'antelope' originated from the Latin word 'antelopus', which was derived from the Greek word 'antholops'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe various species of African and Asian mammals with horns, the term 'antelope' has evolved to specifically refer to members of the Bovidae family known for their speed and graceful movements.