Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bubal
noun
/ˈbjuːbəl/

Definition
A type of antelope found in parts of North Africa and the Sahara Desert.

Examples
- The bubal antelope was once widespread in North Africa.
- Despite its extinction, the bubal remains an important symbol of the region’s biodiversity.

Meaning
The term ‘bubal’ refers specifically to a species of antelope that is adapted to arid environments.

Synonyms
- Antelope
- Gazelle