Pronunciation: /ɡəˈzɛl/

Definitions of gazelle

noun a small to medium-sized antelope that is typically found in Africa and Asia, known for its graceful movements and slender build

Example Sentences

A1 The gazelle ran quickly across the grassy savanna.

A2 The gazelle gracefully leaped over the rocky terrain.

B1 The gazelle is known for its speed and agility in the wild.

B2 The gazelle's sleek body allows it to outrun predators in the African plains.

C1 Researchers study the behavior of gazelles in their natural habitat.

C2 The gazelle population has been affected by habitat loss and poaching in recent years.

Examples of gazelle in a Sentence

formal The gazelle gracefully leaped through the savannah, showcasing its agility.

informal I saw a gazelle sprinting across the field, it was so fast!

slang Check out that gazelle, it's like lightning on four legs!

figurative She moved through the crowded room with the grace and speed of a gazelle.

Grammatical Forms of gazelle

plural

gazelles

comparative

more gazelle

superlative

most gazelle

present tense

gazelle

future tense

will gazelle

perfect tense

have gazelled

continuous tense

is gazelling

singular

gazelle

positive degree

gazelle

infinitive

to gazelle

gerund

gazelling

participle

gazelling

Origin and Evolution of gazelle

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Arabic
Story behind the word: The word 'gazelle' originated from the Arabic word 'ghazal' which means 'love'
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'gazelle' came to be associated with the graceful antelope species known for their speed and agility.