wildebeest

Meanings

• noun

  A large antelope of Africa having a distinctive head with large curved horns. It is also known as the 'gnu' or 'connochaetes taurinus'.

  - "The wildebeest is a large and powerful antelope found in Africa."
  - "During their annual migration, wildebeest form large herds."
  - "Wildebeest are known for their distinctive head and large curved horns."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with wildebeest
beast , feast , east , least

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Variants

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gnu , wildebeest , wildebeeste , wildebeests

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Etymology

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The name 'wildebeest' comes from the Dutch words 'wild' meaning wild and 'beest' meaning beast.

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Trivia

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1. Wildebeest can weigh up to 1,500 pounds.

2. During the annual migration, wildebeest cross the Mara River, which can be dangerous due to the crocodiles present.

3. The wildebeest's hooves are adapted for running in muddy conditions.

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1. Migration: The wildebeest is known for its annual migration, which is one of the largest animal migrations in the world.

2. Gnu: Wildebeest are also known as 'gnu' in some parts of Africa.

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Culture

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In African cultures, the wildebeest is considered a sacred animal and is often hunted during rituals. The annual wildebeest migration is a popular tourist attraction in Africa.

How to Memorize "wildebeest"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a large antelope with a distinctive head and large curved horns. Imagine the animal in its natural habitat in Africa during migration.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'wildebeest' with the image of a powerful African antelope with large curved horns.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Wild Beast of Africa' to remember the name of the animal.

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