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ibex

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ibex
noun
ˈī-ˌbeks
plural ibex or ibex​es

Definition

  • any of several wild goats (genus Capra, especially C. ibex) living chiefly in high mountain areas of the Old World and having large recurved horns transversely ridged in front
First Known Use
1607, in the meaning defined above
History and Etymology
Latin
ibex
noun
ˈī-ˌbeks
plural ibex or ibex​es

Definition

  • any of several wild goats (genus Capra, especially C. ibex) living chiefly in high mountain areas of the Old World and having large recurved horns transversely ridged in front
First Known Use
1607, in the meaning defined above
History and Etymology
Latin
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