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Definition of african lion
african lion
Plural:African lions
african lion Lexical Profile
CEFR
B1
Grade
4
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
A large, carnivorous feline mammal native to sub-Saharan Africa, characterized by a tawny coat, a tufted tail, and, in mature males, a prominent mane.
Example
"The African lion is widely recognized as an apex predator within the savanna ecosystem."
Synonyms
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Word Origin & Etymology
Combines the proper adjective 'African', denoting its native continent, and 'lion', derived from Old French 'lion' and Latin 'leo'.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of African lion. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/african lion