Meaning of wildebeest in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈwɪldəˌbist/

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  1. Noun

    wildebeest

    Etymology

    early 19th century: from Afrikaans, literally ‘wild beast’

    Definitions

    1. large African antelope having a head with horns like an ox and a long tufted tail

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