Synonyms for

Zebra

Verb / ˈzi:brʌ / Another word for zebra — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A large African wild horse with black and white stripes and an erect mane.

Synonyms & similar words

equid hinnies mules ponies horses burros asses donkeys colts foals stallions mares geldings roans chestnuts pintos palominos bays grays

Synonyms by register

Literary

striped steed equine marvel

Antonyms

solid plain unmarked unpatterned uniform

Common collocations

  • zebra crossing
  • zebra finch
  • black and white zebra
  • wild zebra
  • African zebra
  • zebra stripes
  • zebra foal

Word family

noun zebra
adjective zebra-like

Usage note

The word 'zebra' is primarily used to refer to the African equid. It is not commonly used metaphorically for anything else.

Example sentences

  1. The zebra ran across the savanna.
  2. We saw a herd of zebras on our safari.
  3. The zookeeper fed the zebra some hay.
  4. The zebra's stripes help it blend in with the grass.
  5. The zebra is a wild animal and should not be kept as a pet.

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