Zebra

Definitions

• (noun) A type of wild animal native to Africa, characterized by black and white stripes on its coat. It belongs to the horse family.
• (noun) A board game known for its alternate, zigzag-like white and black squares.

Opposites

• The opposite of a zebra’s black and white stripes is a plain-colored coat, such as that of a horse or a donkey.

Synonyms

• Zebrafish
• Donkey
• Mare

Examples

• The zookeeper took us to the enclosures to admire the beautiful zebras grazing peacefully.
• She played a thrilling chess game and eventually won by capturing her opponent’s zebra.
• The scientist studies zebrafish as a model organism to understand human developmental disorders.

Note: The term Zebra is originally from the Portuguese word “zebra” or “zèbre” in French, which both mean “wild ass.” It was ultimately derived from the Latin word “hippopotamus,” referring to a horse-like beast.\ Visit YouGlish.com