1. a large antelope of southern Africa with long straight horns and distinctive black and white markings

Examples

• The gemsbok is well adapted to desert conditions.
• We spotted a herd of gemsbok grazing in the Kalahari.
• The gemsbok’s horns can grow up to three feet long.
• Both male and female gemsbok have horns.
• The gemsbok is the national animal of Namibia.
• Tourists often photograph gemsbok in African game reserves.