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bubaline

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈbjuːbəlɪn/

KK: /ˈbjuːbəlɪn/

adjective
Definition

Having characteristics or qualities similar to a buffalo.


Example

The bubaline features of the sculpture made it look powerful and majestic.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you seen that new painting in the gallery?
Sloth B
Yeah, it has a really interesting bubaline theme.
Sloth A
I thought so too! The colors make it look so vibrant and alive.
Sloth B
Absolutely! It really captures the essence of the buffalo.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
buffalo
bovine
taurine
Antonyms
nonbuffalo
unlike
dissimilar
Root Explanation

Bubaline is derived from the Latin word "bubalus" (meaning water buffalo) and the suffix "-ine" (meaning of or relating to). The term "bubaline" refers to something that is characteristic of or related to buffalo, particularly in a zoological context.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word for water buffalo, 'bubalus', to remember that 'bubaline' relates to buffalo.

Visually Confused Words
baline
subsaline
subalpine
uraline
bugbane
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