zebra Synonyms
Another word for zebra
• noun (Context 1)
Any of several species of African wild equids distinguished by a distinctive pattern of black and white stripes and an erect mane.
"During the safari in Tanzania, we observed a large herd of zebras grazing on the savanna alongside wildebeests."
• noun (Context 2)
A pedestrian crosswalk marked with broad alternating black and white stripes painted on the road surface.
"Approaching vehicles are required by law to stop and give way to pedestrians waiting at the crosswalk."
• noun (Context 3)
A sports official or referee, especially in American football, basketball, or ice hockey, named for their black-and-white vertically striped uniform.
"The home crowd booed mercilessly when the referee threw a flag for pass interference late in the fourth quarter."
Opposites of zebra
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of zebra varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites: