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