Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
moose
Noun
/muːs/
Definition
A large deer species native to North America and northern Europe, known for its long legs and broad, palmate antlers.
Examples
- The moose grazed peacefully in the meadow.
- While hiking in the national park, we spotted a moose near the river.
- Moose are known to be solitary animals, often found alone.
Meaning
The moose is the largest member of the deer family. They are known for their distinctively large size and the palmate (open, broad) shape of the male’s antlers.
Synonyms
- Elk
- Alces alces (scientific name)
