Abbreviations.com Convert.net Definitions.net Lyrics.net Phrases.net Quotes.net References.net Rhymes.net Synonyms.net USZip.com  Bookmark and Share
 
Definitions.net
Search for Dictionary Definitions:  
Browse Alphabetically:
 A   B   C   D   E   F   G   H   I   J   K   L   M   N   O   P   Q   R   S   T   U   V   W   X   Y   Z   # 
 random definition 

 Definitions of eland  [ˈi lənd]  

Translate eland to



Definition of 'eland' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) eland
either of two large African antelopes of the genus Taurotragus, having long, spirally twisted horns.

Etymology:  (1780–90; < Afrik < D: elk; akin to elk)

Definition of 'eland' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (noun) eland
either of two large African antelopes of the genus Taurotragus having short spirally twisted horns in both sexes


Definition of 'eland' Webster Dictionary 

1. (noun) eland
a species of large South African antelope (Oreas canna). It is valued both for its hide and flesh, and is rapidly disappearing in the settled districts; -- called also Cape elk

2. (noun) eland
the elk or moose



'eland' - Nearby Entries  

elam  elamite  elamitic  elan  eland  elanoides  elanoides forficatus  



Citation: Add this definition to your bibliography   MLA  Chicago  APA 
"eland." Definitions.net. STANDS4 LLC, 2012. 14 February. 2012. http://www.definitions.net/definition/eland


Alternative search options for 'eland'   
Search for Synonyms for 'eland'
Quotes containing the term 'eland'
Search for Phrases containing the term 'eland'
Search for Abbreviations containing the term 'eland'
Search for 'eland' on Search eland on Amazon.com! & Search eland on Google.com!
What rhymes with 'eland'?
NEW:Search for Song lyrics containing the word 'eland'


Definitions.net |  Login |  Add New Abbreviation |  Your List |  Tools |  Become an Editor |  Tell a Friend |  Awards |  Testimonials |  Press |  News |  Forum new! |  APIs |  About
Copyright ©2001-2011 STANDS4 LLC. All rights reserved.  Terms of Use  |  Privacy Policy  |  Advertise  |  Contact Us  Follow us on Facebook! Follow us on Twitter!