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Definition of reedbuck

reedbuck

/ˈriːd.bʌk/
reed · buck
Plural:reedbucks
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reedbuck Lexical Profile

reedbuck Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

Any of several species of medium-sized African antelopes of the genus Redunca, native to sub-Saharan Africa and typically found in reedbeds or tall grasslands near water.

Example

"While on safari in the wetlands of Botswana, the guide pointed out a male reedbuck standing perfectly still among the tall marsh grasses."

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• Nearby Words

redwood
reed
reed snake
reedbuck
reedfish
reedling
reedmace

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Afrikaans 'rietbok', which combines 'riet' (reed) and 'bok' (buck), referring to the animal's preferred habitat in marshy, reed-filled wetlands.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Reedbuck. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 22, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/reedbuck
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