noun
ibex
EYE-beks
Ibex (noun) means a wild goat that lives in mountain country, with long curved horns. Example: “We watched an ibex pick its way along the cliff edge.”
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A wild goat that lives in mountain country, with long curved horns.
"We watched an ibex pick its way along the cliff edge."
"A herd of ibex stood motionless on the rocky slope."
"The male ibex has much larger horns than the female."
How to use ibex
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA wild goat that lives in mountain country, with long curved horns.
When to use it
It is a neutral, general word used in everyday and scientific writing alike.
Memory tip
The plural can stay the same, so both 'two ibex' and 'two ibexes' are acceptable.
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Common pairings
a herd of ibex
wild ibex
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Etymology
Ibex comes from Latin, where ībex meant a chamois. The Latin word itself is possibly from Iberian or Aquitanian.
Frequently asked questions
What is an ibex?
An ibex is a type of wild goat that lives in mountain country. One example is the species Capra ibex.
What is the plural of ibex?
The plural can be ibex, ibexes or ibices.
How do you pronounce ibex?
It is pronounced EYE-beks, with the stress on the first syllable.
What is the meaning of ibex?
"ibex" (noun) means a wild goat that lives in mountain country, with long curved horns.
