lechwe

[ leech-wee ]

/ ˈlitʃ wi /

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noun

an African antelope, Kobus leche, related to the waterbuck, inhabiting wet, grassy plains: a threatened species.

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Origin of lechwe

1855–60; probably <Sesotho lets'a

Words nearby lechwe

lecherous, Lecher wires, lechery, lechosos opal, lechuguilla, lechwe, Le Cid, lecithal, lecithin, lecithinase, Lecky

How to use lechwe in a sentence

In those days the Lechwe antelope were strictly preserved for the pleasure of the Paramount Chief and his entourage.
The Witch Doctor and other Rhodesian Studies|Frank Worthington
He replied that the Lechwe couldn't either, so, when pressed, would dash for the opening.
The Witch Doctor and other Rhodesian Studies|Frank Worthington
On his return he told me that the place had been well chosen and that the country was alive with Lechwe.
The Witch Doctor and other Rhodesian Studies|Frank Worthington
Should any Lechwe attempt to break through the sides of the funnel, the canoemen had to drive them back or assegai them.
The Witch Doctor and other Rhodesian Studies|Frank Worthington

From time to time a score or so Lechwe dashed upon the pikes and added to the slaughter.
The Witch Doctor and other Rhodesian Studies|Frank Worthington