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zebra
Definition
Zebras are African equines with distinctive black-and-white striped coats. They are related to horses and donkeys, and they are the only members of the genus Equus with stripes.
Zebras live in herds of 10 to 50 individuals. They are preyed upon by lions, leopards, and hyenas.
Zebras are herbivores and their diet consists of grasses, leaves, and fruit. They are known for their distinctive stripes, which help them to camouflage themselves from predators.
How can the word be used?
The zebra is a social animal that lives in herds.
Different forms of the word
Noun: zebra (plural: zebras).
- Zebra animal.
- a black and white striped African ungulate mammal.
Adjective: zebra.
- striped like a zebra.
- Zebra striped animal.
Verb: to zebra.
- to decorate with zebra stripes.
Etymology
The word "zebra" is derived from the Portuguese word "zebra", which is thought to come from the Arabic word "za'bhr" (meaning "wild ass"). The Portuguese word "zebra" was first recorded in the 16th century.
The English word "zebra" is first attested in the 1600s. It was originally used to refer to the African zebra, but it is now used to refer to any zebra species.
Question
Where do zebras live?