Antelope Meaning and Definition

Pronunciation

/ˈæn.təl.oʊ.p/ 🔊

Part of Speech

Noun

Definition

A type of even-toed ungulate mammal native to various parts of the world, characterized by their horned appearance and agility.

Examples

• The Antelopes grazed peacefully on the grassy plain.
• Antelopes are known for their impressive leaping abilities.

Synonyms

• Horned animal
• Gazelle

Antonyms

• Domesticated animal
• Farm animal

Etymology

The word ‘Antelope’ comes from the Latin word ‘antilops’, derived from the Greek word ‘antilos’, meaning ‘he-goat’.

Usage Notes

Cultural References

Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases

• ‘Run like an antelope’
• ‘Jump like an antelope’

Related Words or Phrases

• Mammal
• Ungulate
• Horned animal

Collocations

• ‘Antelope habitat’
• ‘Antelope conservation’

Frequency of Use

Common Misspellings

• ‘Antelipe’
• ‘Antelepe’