Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pygarg
noun
/ˈpɪɡɑːrɡ/
Definition
A term used to refer to an animal with a characteristic light-colored or white rear end, typically applied to certain types of antelopes.
Examples
- The pygarg is often spotted in the grasslands where it grazes peacefully.
- During the safari, we were excited to catch a glimpse of the pygarg among the other wildlife.
Meaning
The word ‘pygarg’ is used in zoology to describe animals that possess a distinctive coloration on their posterior, particularly in the context of some antelope species. The term derives from Greek, where ‘pyg’ means ‘rump’ and ‘arg’ means ‘white’.
Synonyms
- Antelope
- Gazelle
- Pronghorn
