Musk Sheep (Noun)
Meaning
Large shaggy-coated bovid mammal of Canada and Greenland; intermediate in size and anatomy between an ox and a sheep.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The musk sheep's unique odor, often compared to strong perfume, helps attract mates during the mating season.
- In the Canadian Arctic, the musk sheep's ability to survive on lichens and mosses is crucial to its survival.
- Due to their size and agility, musk sheep are often referred to as the mountain goats of Canada's tundra.
- The musk sheep's thick coat protects it from extreme cold and harsh winds on the ice caps of Greenland.
- Trophy hunters often seek out the musk sheep for its distinctive curved horns that can grow up to 20 inches in length.