Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bubal
noun
/ˈbjuːbəl/
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Definition
A type of antelope found in parts of North Africa and the Sahara Desert.
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Examples
- The bubal antelope was once widespread in North Africa.
- Despite its extinction, the bubal remains an important symbol of the region’s biodiversity.
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Meaning
The term ‘bubal’ refers specifically to a species of antelope that is adapted to arid environments.
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Synonyms
- Antelope
- Gazelle