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Definition of african lion

african lion

Plural:African lions
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african lion Lexical Profile

• noun

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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."

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
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