noun
- plural of nilgai; large antelope-like mammals native to the Indian subcontinent, with a bluish-gray coat and short horns
Usage: Also spelled 'nilgai' (singular) or 'nilgais' (plural); The singular form is 'nilgai'; 'nilgais' is the standard English plural
Examples
- The nilgais roamed across the grasslands of India and Pakistan.
- A herd of nilgais was spotted near the wildlife reserve.
- Nilgais are the largest Asian antelopes and can weigh up to 600 pounds.
- The nilgais have adapted well to various habitats across the subcontinent.
- Conservationists monitor nilgais populations to ensure their survival in the wild.