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Definition of oribi

oribi

/ˈɔːr.ə.bi/
o · ri · bi
Plural:oribis
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• noun

1

A small, graceful African antelope (Ourebia ourebi) characterized by a tan to reddish-brown coat, white underparts, a short black tail, and prominent ears, typically inhabiting grasslands and savannas.

Example

"While exploring the floodplains, the wildlife biologist noted the presence of an oribi bounding gracefully through the tall grass."

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• Nearby Words

oregano
oreti
organ
oribi
oriental lily
oriental poppy
oriental rat snake

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Afrikaans 'oorbietjie', which likely derives from a Khoisan word, though historically altered by folk etymology associating it with Dutch 'oor' (ear) and 'bietjie' (little) due to the antelope's prominent ears.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Oribi. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/oribi
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