| rietboc | <zoology> The reedbuck, a South African antelope (Cervicapra arundinacea); so called from its frequenting dry places covered with high grass or reeds. Its colour is yellowish brown. Synonym: inghalla, and rietbok. Origin: D. Riet reed + bok buck. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
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