oryx

oryx Definition

oryx (ōr′iks, ôr′-)

noun pl. o′ryx·es or o′ryx

any of a genus (Oryx) of large African and Asian antelopes with long, straight horns, including the gemsbok

Etymology: ModL < L, wild goat, gazelle < Gr, lit., pickax (< oryssein, to dig: for IE base see rupture): from its pointed horns

oryx Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

scimitar-horned: From the scimitar-horned oryx to the Galapagos giant tortoise, gamers will discover and interact with a menagerie of exotic and authentic animals.
Arabian: Day 6 - Al Maha Al Maha, a sanctuary in the sands is home to the shy Arabian oryx.

Modifies a noun

population: The Shaumari was opened in October 1983 in an attempt to protect the country's dwindling oryx population.

Noun used with modifier

scimitar: The color scheme is actually from a scimitar horned oryx, but I liked the look of it.

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