American bison

noun

1. bison ( def 1 ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of American bison¹

An Americanism dating back to 1885–90

Example Sentences

It is worthy of remark, that the American Bison has also retreated considerably to the north.

From Project Gutenberg

The American Bison, with which you are all pretty familiar, is very similar to the one just mentioned.

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The American Bison is a formidable animal when engaged alone, and when charging in a pack simply irresistible.

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