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Definition of waterbuck

waterbuck

/ˈwɑːtərbʌk/
wa · ter · buck
Plural:waterbucks
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• noun

1

A large, heavily built antelope (Kobus ellipsiprymnus) native to sub-Saharan Africa, characterized by a shaggy, grey-brown coat, a prominent white ring or patch on its rump, and a strong preference for habitats near rivers and lakes.

Example

"While on safari in the Kruger National Park, we photographed a male waterbuck with magnificent, sweeping horns resting near the riverbank."

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Word Origin & Etymology

From English 'water' and 'buck', coined in the 19th century to describe the antelope's strong preference for habitats closely tied to rivers, lakes, and wetlands in Africa.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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