elk
3 synonyms for elk, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A very large species of deer found across Europe and Asia, called a moose in North America.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
alce
wapiti
How to use elk
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a herd of elk
bull elk
elk antlers
Etymology
From Old English eolh, going back to a very old Germanic and Indo-European word for a deer-like animal.
Full origin of elk →Frequently asked questions
What does “elk” mean?
The word “elk” means a very large species of deer found across Europe and Asia, called a moose in North America.
How do you pronounce “elk”?
“Elk” is pronounced ehlk (/ɛlk/ in IPA).
How do you use “elk” in a sentence?
Here is “elk” used in a sentence: “A bull elk waded into the lake to feed on water plants.”
What is another word for “elk”?
Words with a similar meaning to “elk” include alce.
What part of speech is “elk”?
“Elk” is a noun.
Where does the word “elk” come from?
The word “elk” comes from Old English. From Old English eolh, going back to a very old Germanic and Indo-European word for a deer-like animal.
Is “elk” a common word?
“Elk” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “elk” have?
“Elk” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a very large species of deer found across Europe and Asia, called a moose in North America.
