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Definition of gemsbok

gemsbok

/ˈɡɛmz.bɑːk/
gems · bok
Plural:gemsboks
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gemsbok Lexical Profile

gemsbok Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A large, heavily built antelope (Oryx gazella) native to the arid regions of Southern Africa, recognized by its striking black and white facial markings and long, straight horns.

Example

"During our safari in the Kalahari Desert, we spotted a solitary gemsbok standing perfectly still against the backdrop of the red dunes."

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• Nearby Words

gemini
gemlike
gemologist
gemsbok
gemstone
gender
gendered

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Afrikaans 'gemsbok', derived from Dutch 'gems' (chamois) and 'bok' (buck), applied by early Dutch settlers in South Africa to the native antelope due to a perceived resemblance.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Gemsbok. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/gemsbok
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