gazelle

UK
/ɡəˈzɛl/
US
/ɡəˈzɛl/

Translations

gazellenoun
gazelles
pl
UK
/ɡəˈzɛl/
US
/ɡəˈzɛl/
The gazelle darted across the savannah, effortlessly evading its predators.
La gazelle a traversé la savane en bondissant, échappant sans effort à ses prédateurs.
Additional translations
gazelleSens figuré, souvent pour une femme gracieuse et légère dans ses mouvements.
Synonyms
Grant's gazelle
Thomson's gazelle
gazelleadjective
UK
/ɡəˈzɛl/
US
/ɡəˈzɛl/
Used attributively to modify another noun, indicating relation to or characteristic of a gazelle.
de gazelle
Gazelle populations are threatened by habitat loss across the savannah.
Les populations de gazelles sont menacées par la perte d'habitat dans toute la savane.

Definitions

gazellenoun
A small, swift antelope native to Africa and Asia, known for its graceful movements and long, slender legs.
The gazelle darted across the savannah, effortlessly evading its predators.
A graceful or light-footed person, especially one who moves quickly and elegantly.
On the dance floor she was a true gazelle, gliding effortlessly with every step.
gazelleadjective
Relating to, characteristic of, or resembling a gazelle.
Gazelle populations are threatened by habitat loss across the savannah.