1. a large antelope with long straight horns, found in desert regions of Africa and Arabia

Examples

• The Arabian oryx was once extinct in the wild but has been successfully reintroduced.
• We spotted a herd of oryx grazing in the desert.
• The oryx’s pale coat helps it survive in hot, arid climates.
• Both male and female oryx have long, sharp horns.
• The scimitar oryx is critically endangered.
• Oryx can survive for long periods without drinking water.