elk

Meanings

• noun

  A large, heavy-bodied antlered animal of the deer family. Elks are native to Europe and Asia.

  - "The elk is the largest species of deer."
  - "Elks are known for their large antlers."
  - "Elk meat is a popular game meat."

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Pronunciation

1. /ɛlk/
   
   
   
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2. /ɛlk/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

moose , wapiti

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with elk
hawk , awk , awkward , awkwardly

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Variants

List of all variants of elk that leads to same result
elk , elks , Elk Grove Village , Elk Island National Park , tule elk

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Etymology

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The word 'elk' comes from the Old English word 'alce', meaning 'elk' or 'deer'.

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Trivia

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1. Elks are the largest species of deer.

2. Elk antlers can weigh up to 11 kilograms (24 pounds).

3. Elks are excellent swimmers and can easily cross rivers and streams.

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Related Concepts

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1. wapiti: Another name for the North American elk.

2. moose: A large, heavy-bodied antlered animal of the deer family, similar to the elk, but native to the northern hemisphere.

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Culture

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Elks have played an important role in various cultures throughout history. In Native American cultures, elks were considered sacred animals and were hunted only for ceremonial purposes. In European folklore, elks were believed to be magical creatures that could heal the sick and bring good luck.

How to Memorize "elk"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize an elk in its natural habitat, surrounded by trees and mountains. Imagine its large antlers and heavy body.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'elk' with the idea of a large, powerful deer. Think of the antlers and the forest.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'Elephants Live Kindly' to remember that 'Elk' starts with the letter 'E'. Elephants have nothing to do with elk, but the mnemonic helps to remember the first letter.

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