| springbuck | <zoology> A South African gazelle (Gazella euchore) noted for its graceful form and swiftness, and for its peculiar habit of springing lighty and suddenly into the air. It has a white dorsal stripe, expanding into a broad patch of white on the rump and tail. Synonym: springer. Alternative forms: springboc, and springbock. Origin: D. Springbok; springen to spring, leap + bok a he-goat, buck. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
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