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lechwe
[ leech-wee ]
noun
- an African antelope, Kobus leche, related to the waterbuck, inhabiting wet, grassy plains: a threatened species.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of lechwe1
1855–60; probably < Sesotho lets'a
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Example Sentences
In those days the Lechwe antelope were strictly preserved for the pleasure of the Paramount Chief and his entourage.
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He replied that the Lechwe couldn't either, so, when pressed, would dash for the opening.
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On his return he told me that the place had been well chosen and that the country was alive with Lechwe.
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Should any Lechwe attempt to break through the sides of the funnel, the canoemen had to drive them back or assegai them.
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From time to time a score or so Lechwe dashed upon the pikes and added to the slaughter.
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