Blesboks

/ˈblɛzbɑks/ noun

Definition

Plural of blesbok; multiple small African antelopes with white facial markings.

Etymology

English pluralization of blesbok, following standard English noun rules. The word maintains its Afrikaans roots while conforming to English morphology.

Kelly Says

In English, both 'blesboks' and 'blesbok' can be used as plural forms—much like 'deer'—though blesboks is more common in scientific and conservation contexts when discussing multiple animals.

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