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Meaning of the word deer in English

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deer

US /dɪr/
UK /dɪər/
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Noun

a hoofed ruminant mammal of the family Cervidae, the males of which typically have antlers which are shed annually.

Example:
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We saw a beautiful deer grazing in the meadow.
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The hunter tracked the deer through the forest.
Synonym:
stag doe buck hind fawn
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