marara

/məˈrɑrə/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of small, swift, and agile antelope found in East Africa, often referred to as the duiker

“During the safari, they spotted a marara grazing in the tall grass”

2. noun

A type of song or chant in the Maasai culture, often sung during ceremonies or storytelling

“The elder began to sing a marara, telling the story of their ancestors”

Synonyms

  • antelope
  • duiker

Antonyms

  • slow
  • stagnant