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Definition of gazelle

gazelle

/ɡəˈzɛl/
ga · zelle
Plural:gazelles
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• noun

1

Any of numerous small, swift, and graceful antelopes native to the arid plains and savannas of Africa and Asia, typically having a fawn-colored coat, white underparts, and curved horns.

Example

"During our safari in Kenya, we watched a herd of gazelles bounding effortlessly across the golden grasslands."

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• Rhymes for gazelle

• Nearby Words

gaza
gazania
gazebo
gazelle
gaziantep
gazpacho
gdansk

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Middle French 'gazelle', derived from the Arabic word 'ghazāl'.

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Gazelle. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/gazelle
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