| Pronunciation: | 'gemz`bâk | ||
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| Definition: | [n] large South African oryx with a broad black band along its flanks | ||
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| Synonyms: | gemsbuck, Oryx gazella | ||
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| See Also: | oryx, pasang | ||
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| Definition: | \Gems"bok\, n. [D.; akin to G. gemsbock the male or buck
of the chamois; gemse chamois, goat of the Alps + bock buck.]
(Zo["o]l.)
A South African antelope ({Oryx Capensis}), having long,
sharp, nearly straight horns.
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