Springbok

Pronunciation: /sprɪŋbɒk/

Definitions of springbok

noun a type of antelope native to southern Africa, known for its speed and agility

Example Sentences

A1 A springbok is a type of antelope.

A2 The springbok is known for its impressive jumping ability.

B1 During the migration, springboks travel long distances in search of water and food.

B2 Springboks are commonly found in the grasslands of southern Africa.

C1 The springbok population has been affected by habitat loss and poaching.

C2 Conservation efforts have been put in place to protect the springbok from extinction.

Examples of springbok in a Sentence

formal The springbok is a type of antelope found in southern Africa.

informal I saw a group of springboks grazing in the field.

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

figurative Her agility on the soccer field was like that of a springbok.

Grammatical Forms of springbok

• past tense: springboked
• plural: springboks
• comparative: more springbok
• superlative: most springbok
• present tense: springbok
• future tense: will springbok
• perfect tense: have springboked
• continuous tense: is springboking
• singular: springbok
• positive degree: springbok
• infinitive: to springbok
• gerund: springboking
• participle: springboking

Origin and Evolution of springbok

First Known Use: 1775 year

Language of Origin: Afrikaans

Story behind the word: The word 'springbok' originates from the Afrikaans language, which is a derivative of Dutch.

Evolution of the word: The word 'springbok' has remained consistent in its usage and meaning since its first known use, referring to a type of antelope found in southern Africa known for its jumping ability.