Definition of buffalo - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
old world cattlelarge bovine animal found in Africa and Asia
- The buffalo grazed peacefully in the African savannah.
2.
prairie mammalUS large shaggy-haired bison of North AmericaUS
- A herd of buffalo roamed the plains.
3.
foodRare US meat from a large wild hoofed mammalRare US
- We had buffalo burgers for dinner.
4.
animalTECH. US large freshwater fish of the genus IctiobusTECH. US
- The fisherman caught a buffalo in the river.
Verb
1.
- He tried to buffalo his opponents with his confidence.
2.
- The magician buffaloed the audience with his tricks.
Images of buffalo
large bovine animal found in Africa and Asia 
large shaggy-haired bison of North America 
meat from a large wild hoofed mammal 
large freshwater fish of the genus Ictiobus
Expressions with buffalo
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tangy condiment for sandwiches and burgers
He added buffalo sauce to his burger for extra flavor.
crisp spicy chicken wings served as a snack
Buffalo wings are perfect for game nights.
large domesticated buffalo native to Asia, used for work and milk
The farmer used the water buffalo to plow the rice fields.
freshwater fish of the genus Ictiobus
Buffalo fish belong to the genus Ictiobus.
large African bovid with curved horns
The African buffalo grazed peacefully in the savanna.
grass used for lawns in southern US
The garden was lush with buffalo grass.
north american nightshade with prickly foliage
Buffalo bur has yellow flowers and sharp leaves.
small biting fly, blood-feeding, with young developing in water
Buffalo gnats swarmed near the river and left itchy bites.
dried dung from bovine animals
The prairie was scattered with buffalo chips.
Origin of buffalo
Spanish, búfalo (buffalo)
Terms with buffalo included in their meaning
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buffalo wings
sauce for buffalo wings with vinegar, butter, and hot sauce
food
soft Italian cheese from cow's or buffalo's milk
animal family
belonging to the family including cows and buffalo
material
undyed leather from buffalo or similar animals
neighborhood Buffalo
neighborhood in Buffalo New York
animal
small Indonesian water buffalo with deer-like appearance
equipment
saddle blanket made from buffalo hide
regional food
regional dish from Buffalo New York
hybrid animal
animal bred from cow and buffalo, known for lean beef
animals
related to or resembling a buffalo
abr: Buffalo
city in New York or large wild animal
abr: Buffalo Bills
professional football team from Buffalo New York
abr: Buffalo Niagara International Airport
airport serving Buffalo and Niagara Falls area
animal
water buffalo native to the Philippines
animals
hybrid animal from cattle and buffalo
dairy
creamy dairy product made from buffalo or cow milk
cattle herding
rawhide whip with two buffalo hide thongs
animal
small buffalo native to Mindoro, Philippines
acr: University at Buffalo
public university in Buffalo, New York
agriculture
Asian buffalo used in farming
African animals
the lion, elephant, rhinoceros, buffalo, and leopard in Africa
animal
large domesticated buffalo native to Asia, used for work and milk
fuel
dried buffalo or bison dung used as fuel
Examples of buffalo in a sentence
Buffalo are often seen in large groups. Buffalo were once nearly hunted to extinction. The buffalo is an iconic symbol of the American West. Buffalo stew is a hearty meal. They served buffalo at the barbecue. He grilled a buffalo for dinner.
Buffalo are common in this lake. The manager tried to buffalo the team into working late. Don't let them buffalo you into signing anything. She buffaloed her friends with a clever riddle. The politician buffaloed the public with his speech.
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- French:buffle, intimider, ...
- German:Büffel, einschüchtern, ...
- Italian:bufalo, intimidire, ...
- Spanish:búfalo, intimidar, ...
- Portuguese:búfalo, intimidar, ...
- Chinese:野牛, 震慑, ...
- Japanese:バッファロー, 威圧する, ...
- Arabic:جَامُوس, أَرْهَبَ, ...
- Hebrew:תָּאו, לְהַפְחִיד, ...
- Russian:буйвол, запугивать, ...
- Ukrainian:буйвол, залякувати, ...
- Hindi:भैंस, डराना, ...
Definition of Buffalo - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
geographyUS city in New York near Niagara FallsUS
- Buffalo is famous for its snowy winters.
2.
Missouri cityUS city in Missouri, county seat of Dallas CountyUS
- Buffalo, Missouri hosts an annual fair.
3.
Minnesota cityUS city in Minnesota, county seat of Wright CountyUS
- Buffalo in Minnesota is a charming place to visit.
4.
Wyoming cityRare US city in Wyoming, county seat of Johnson CountyRare US
- Buffalo, Wyoming is near the Bighorn Mountains.
Origin of Buffalo
Italian, bufalo (buffalo)
Examples of Buffalo in a sentence
I visited Buffalo during the summer festival. Buffalo, Missouri is known for its friendly community. I visited Buffalo, Missouri last summer. Buffalo hosts an annual arts festival. The history museum in Buffalo is fascinating. Buffalo hosts an annual rodeo event.
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- French:Buffalo, ...
- German:Buffalo, Buffalo, Missouri, ...
- Italian:Buffalo, ...
- Spanish:Búfalo, Buffalo, Missouri, ...
- Portuguese:Buffalo, ...
- Chinese:布法罗, ...
- Japanese:バッファロー, ...
- Arabic:بَافَالُو, بَفَّلُو, ...
- Hebrew:בָּאפָלוֹ, ...
- Russian:Буффало, Баффало, Миссури, ...
- Ukrainian:Баффало, ...
- Hindi:बफ़ेलो, बफेलो, ...
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