Synonyms for

Giraffe

Verb / dʒɜ:ˈæf / Another word for giraffe — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A tall African mammal with a very long neck and forelegs, having a coat patterned with brown patches separated by lighter lines.

Synonyms & similar words

giraffacamelopardalis camelopard camelopard long-neck towerer giraffid giraffine giraffoid giraffa giraffine giraffoid giraffish giraffy stretch upright

Synonyms by register

Formal

camelopard

Literary

towering beast long-necked creature

Antonyms

short low grounded earthbound stunted dwarf

Common collocations

  • tall giraffe
  • spotted giraffe
  • baby giraffe
  • giraffe neck
  • giraffe legs
  • giraffe pattern
  • giraffe conservation

Word family

noun giraffe

Usage note

Giraffe is a specific noun for an animal and does not have direct antonyms in the typical sense. Antonyms provided are conceptual opposites related to height or stature.

Example sentences

  1. The giraffe towered over the other animals at the zoo.
  2. I love the unique pattern on a giraffe's coat.
  3. Did you know that giraffes can run up to 35 miles per hour?
  4. The giraffe's long neck helps them reach high branches for food.
  5. A group of giraffes is called a tower.

Quotes

  • I'd developed this sort of a relationship with this giraffe. We'd stare at each other for long periods of time. - Nicolas Cage
  • The giraffe extended its neck, trying to reach the first leaves of the mimosa trees. - Karen Blixen
  • The giraffe is my favorite animal. It has such a long neck. - Kristen Bell

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