Buffalo Definition

buffalo
noun
  1. large shaggy-haired brown bison of North American plains
  2. a city on Lake Erie in western New York (near Niagara Falls)
  3. meat from an American bison
  4. any of several Old World animals resembling oxen including, e.g., water buffalo; Cape buffalo
verb
  1. intimidate or overawe

"Buffalo" in song lyrics

See how buffalo is used in real songs:

  • "Arches of cartilage are torn by the horns of the buffalo"
    Abstract Rude, Prevail, Moka Only — Jam Packed
  • "From Arkansas to Monroe, from D-Town to Buffalo"
    E.S.G. f/ Slim Thug, Brandon Stacks — If You Wanna Ride with Us
  • "We in the club huntin' wounded buffalo"
    Monteloco f/ Lawrence Michaels — Drinkz Up

Usage tips for "buffalo"

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