A gnu is a large Africanrelating to the continent of Africa antelopea hoofed animal with slender legs and usually curved horns, also called a wildebeesta large African antelope with a heavy body and horns. It is known for its horns, heavy build, and long tail.
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /nu/
Easy pronunciation: NOO (approximate spelling).
Stress: One syllable, stressed fully.
Refers to the animal meaning: a wildebeest.
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Gnu Meaning
A wildebeest.
Part of speech: noun
Definition: A large African antelope with horns like an ox and a long tufted tail.
Example: We saw a herd of gnus crossing the savanna.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- wildebeest — Exact synonym for this animal.
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Gnu Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- wildebeest
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Common Mistakes
- Do not confuse gnu with the computer term GNU, which is a different word used as an acronym.
- Do not use gnu to mean any antelope in general; it specifically refers to a wildebeest.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does gnu mean?
Gnu means a wildebeest, a large African antelope.
What is a synonym for gnu?
Wildebeest is the main synonym for gnu.
Is gnu the same as wildebeest?
Yes. In normal usage, gnu and wildebeest refer to the same animal.
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