Okapi (Noun)
Meaning
Similar to the giraffe but smaller with much shorter neck and stripe on the legs.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The okapi is often referred to as the African unicorn due to its elusive nature and striped legs that resemble a horse's markings.
- Similar to the giraffe but with a much shorter neck, the okapi roams the dense forests of the Congo.
- At the zoo, I was amazed by the okapi's striking striped legs and relatively small size compared to its giraffe-like appearance.
- After a few minutes of searching, our guide finally spotted an okapi hiding behind a thick cluster of foliage in the jungle.
- In its natural habitat, the okapi uses its brown coat and white striped legs to blend in with the shadows and avoid predators.