What does ELAND mean?

Parts of Speech:

Noun

Definitions:

1. A large antelope found in eastern and southern Africa.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈiːlænd/
• UK: /ˈiːlənd/

Origin and Usage:

The word "eland" originated from the Dutch word "eland" which means "elk". The word was first recorded in English in the 1610s. The eland is a large, slow-moving antelope that is native to eastern and southern Africa. It is an herbivore and can weigh up to 2,000 pounds. The eland has been hunted for its meat and hides for centuries and is also an important game animal.

Synonyms:

• Giant Eland
• Cape Eland
• Taurotragus derbianus

Related Words:

• Antel
• Elbow
• Leant
• Talon
• Table

Example Sentences:

• The eland is the largest antelope in Africa.
• The elands meat is lean and high in protein.
• Many African tribes hunt eland for food and for their hides.