cervid

/ˈsɜrvɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

a deer, especially a member of the deer family Cervidae

“The forest was home to a large population of cervid species.”

2. noun

a male deer in the Cervidae family, especially a stag or buck

“The cervid was carefully observed by the wildlife photographer.”

3. noun

a female deer in the Cervidae family, especially a doe

“The cervid gave birth to a newborn fawn in the forest.”

4. adjective

relating to deer

“The cervid reserve was known for its unique ecosystem.”

Synonyms

  • antelope
  • deer

Antonyms

  • carnivore
  • predator