What does KIANG mean?

Kiang

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A Tibetan wild ass, Equus kiang, having a reddish-brown coat and a dark mane, found on the Tibetan Plateau, Ladakh, and northern Nepal.

Pronunciations: US: /kiˈæŋ/; UK: /kiːˈæŋ/

Origin and Usage: The word "kiang" derives from the Tibetan word "kyang". It is a term used to refer to a wild ass that is native to the Tibetan plateau. The word "kiang" has been in use in English since the early 19th century.

Synonyms: Tibetan wild ass, Equus kiang

Related Words: Horse, Mule, Donkey, Zebra, Llama

Example Sentences:

• He saw a herd of kiangs grazing in the distance.
• The kiang is a hardy animal that is well adapted to life on the Tibetan plateau.
• The kiang is an important part of the ecosystem of the Tibetan plateau.