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Caribou (Noun)

Meaning

Arctic deer with large antlers in both sexes; called `reindeer' in Eurasia and `caribou' in North America.

Classification

Nouns denoting animals.

Examples

  • The caribou migration patterns have been studied extensively by wildlife experts in North America.
  • In the Arctic tundra, caribou are well adapted to the harsh climate with their thick coats and layers of fat.
  • Caribou are known for their impressive antlers, which are grown by both males and females.
  • During the winter months, caribou rely on lichens and mosses as their primary source of food.
  • The Inuit people have traditionally relied on caribou as a source of food, clothing, and other essential resources.

Synonyms

  • Reindeer
  • Rangifer Tarandus
  • Greenland Caribou

Hypernyms

  • Cervid

Hyponyms

  • Rangifer Caribou
  • Rangifer Arcticus
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