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klipspringer

Syllabification: (klip·spring·er)
Pronunciation: /ˈklipˌspriNGər/

Definition of klipspringer

noun

  • a small rock-dwelling antelope with a yellowish-gray coat, an arched back, and a stiff bouncing gait, native to southern Africa.
    • Oreotragus oreotragus, family Bovidae

Origin:

late 18th century: from Afrikaans, from Dutch klip 'rock' + springer 'jumper'

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