Meaning of the word bison in English

What does bison mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

bison

US /ˈbaɪ.sən/
UK /ˈbaɪ.sən/

Noun

a large wild animal of the cow family, with a shaggy mane and a humped back, found in North America and Europe

Example:
We saw a herd of bison grazing on the plains.
The American bison is an iconic symbol of the American West.
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