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springbok

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Springbok (noun) means a small, fast-running antelope found in southern Africa.

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A small, fast-running antelope found in southern Africa.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Borrowed from Afrikaans springbok, itself from Dutch springbok, formed from springen ("to jump, spring") and bok ("buck, billy goat, antelope").

Synonyms

springbuck

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What is the meaning of springbok?

"springbok" (noun) means a small, fast-running antelope found in southern Africa.

What is another word for springbok?

Other words for "springbok" include springbuck.

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