1. a large African antelope with a long head, curved horns, and a mane, known for its annual migrations

Examples

• The wildebeest migration across the Serengeti is one of nature’s most spectacular events.
• Lions often hunt wildebeest during the dry season.
• A herd of wildebeest gathered at the watering hole.
• The documentary showed thousands of wildebeest crossing the river.
• Wildebeest are also known as gnu in some regions.
• The wildebeest’s distinctive call echoed across the savanna.