Definition of "zebra"

Kid-friendly meaning of zebra, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "zebra" mean?

zebra (noun) — a wild horse-like animal with black and white stripes.

Part of speechNoun Syllables2 (ze·bra)

Example sentences using "zebra"

Grade K–2
A zebra has stripes.
Grade 3–5
Every zebra has a stripe pattern that is slightly different from every other zebra.
Grade 6–8
Scientists believe a zebra's stripes may help confuse biting flies, since the flies often struggle to land cleanly on the bold black-and-white pattern.

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