wapiti
1 synonym for wapiti, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The American elk, Cervus canadensis, a large deer of North America.
How to use wapiti
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a herd of wapiti
wapiti population
It is a somewhat formal or technical name, and many people simply say elk.
Etymology
The word comes from Shawnee waapiti, which meant elk or white rump.
Full origin of wapiti →Frequently asked questions
What is a wapiti?
A wapiti is the American elk, Cervus canadensis. It is a large deer found in North America.
Is a wapiti the same as an elk?
In North America, yes. Wapiti is another name for the elk.
What is the plural of wapiti?
The plural can be either wapiti or wapitis.
