Synonyms for
Camels
Definition
Camels are large mammals with a hump on their back, mainly found in deserts and used for carrying people or goods.
Synonyms & similar words
Common collocations
- dromedary camel
- Bactrian camel
- ship of the desert
- camel caravan
- camel train
- camel racing
- camel milk
- camel trek
Word family
noun camel
Usage note
The word 'camel' refers to a specific type of large mammal. There are no direct antonyms or common formal/informal synonyms for this specific noun.
Example sentences
- Camels can survive in the desert for a long time without water.
- The Bedouin people have used camels as transportation for centuries.
- Camels have two layers of long eyelashes to protect their eyes from the sand.
- Camel milk is a popular drink in some parts of the world.
- Some camels can carry up to 900 pounds on their back.
Quotes
The camel is a very ugly animal in the eyes of the Westerner. But to us, it is the most beautiful and useful animal. - Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan
The camel's hump is an ugly lump which is just fat. - Roald Dahl
A camel is a horse designed by a committee. - Alec Issigonis