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cap·​rid | \ ˈkaprə̇d \

Definition of caprid

 (Entry 1 of 2)

: of or relating to Capridae or goats

caprid

noun
\ " \
plural -s

Definition of caprid (Entry 2 of 2)

: one of the Capridae especially : goat

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History and Etymology for caprid

Noun

New Latin Capridae

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“Caprid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/caprid. Accessed 2 Jul. 2022.

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