Bubaline

/bjuːˈbælaɪn/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or resembling a buffalo or water buffalo.

Etymology

From Latin 'bubalus' (buffalo), derived from Greek 'boubalos,' which came from an African language. The suffix '-ine' means 'of or relating to,' making this an adjective for buffalo-like qualities.

Kelly Says

The water buffalo is one of the most important animals to human civilization—over 97% of the world's water buffalo are in Asia, where they've been cultivated for thousands of years and are more valuable to farmers than cattle in many regions.

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