lechwe
[leech-wee]
- 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
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Historical Examples
After moving rapidly for a hundred yards the Lechwe came to a halt.
The Witch Doctor and other Rhodesian StudiesFrank Worthington
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 StudiesFrank 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 StudiesFrank Worthington
He replied that the Lechwe couldn't either, so, when pressed, would dash for the opening.
The Witch Doctor and other Rhodesian StudiesFrank 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 StudiesFrank Worthington