bison

noun
UK: /ˈbaɪsn/
US: /ˈbaɪsən/

  1. A large, shaggy-haired wild ox native to North America and Europe.

    1. We saw a bison in the zoo today during our trip. [ ] [ ]
    2. The Yellowstone National Park is home to a large population of bison roaming freely across the plains. [ ] [ ]

  2. The meat from a bison, used as food.

    1. I tried bison for dinner, it was a bit gamey but tasty. [ ] [ ]
    2. Bison is often considered a healthier alternative to beef due to its lower fat content. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

buffalo

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "bison" in English means: A large, shaggy-haired wild ox native to North America and Europe., The meat from a bison, used as food..

The phonetic transcription of "bison" is /ˈbaɪsn/ in British English and /ˈbaɪsən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "bison": buffalo.

Example usage of "bison": "We saw a bison in the zoo today during our trip.". More examples on the page.