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springboks Definition


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springbok
noun springbok, springboks
    1. A type of South African antelope that is renowned for its high springing leap when it runs.
      Form: springbuck (also)
    2a. A nickname for a member of a S African sporting team, especially their national rugby union side;
      Form: Springbok
    2b. A nickname for any S African sporting team, but especially their national rugby union side.
      Form: the Springboks
Etymology: Early 20c for sense 2; 18c for sense 1: from Afrikaans, from Dutch springen to spring + bok goat.



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