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hirola

Pronunciation: /hɪˈrəʊlə/
Definition of hirola

noun

  • a rare yellowish-brown antelope native to Kenya and Somalia.
    • Damaliscus hunteri, family Bovidae. Alternative name: Hunter’s hartebeest

Origin:

late 19th century: from Oromo

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