Eland Definition & Meaning

eland
noun
  1. either of two large African antelopes of the genus Taurotragus having short spirally twisted horns in both sexes

"Eland" in song lyrics

See how eland is used in real songs:

  • "white striped antelope eland"
    AOL — AOL

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