Elk Definition

elk
noun
  1. large northern deer with enormous flattened antlers in the male; called `elk' in Europe and `moose' in North America
  2. large North American deer with large much-branched antlers in the male
  3. common deer of temperate Europe and Asia

"Elk" in song lyrics

See how elk is used in real songs:

  • "You don't catch hell because you're a Mason or an Elk"
    Showbiz & A.G. — Hard to Kill
  • "song-beverly consumer warranty act atkinson v. elk"
    AOL — AOL
  • "boone and crockett trophy elk"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "elk"

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