impala
|im-pa-la|
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/ɪmˈpɑːlə/
graceful antelope
Etymology
Etymology Information
'impala' originates from Zulu, specifically the word 'impala', where 'im-' is a prefix and 'pala' meant 'red antelope'.
Historical Evolution
'impala' was borrowed directly from the Zulu language into English in the 19th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'red antelope', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a medium-sized antelope found in eastern and southern Africa, known for its graceful leaps.
The impala gracefully leaped over the bush.
Synonyms
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