fallow deer
Definition of fallow deer
: a deer (Dama dama synonym Cervus dama) of variable color with palmate antlers in the male and typically a yellow-brown coat spotted with white in the summer that was originally of Mediterranean regions of Europe and Asia but has been introduced elsewhere
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Origin and Etymology of fallow deer
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First Known Use: 15th century
FALLOW DEER Defined for Kids
fallow deer
Definition of fallow deer for Students
: a small European deer with broad antlers and a usually light brown coat spotted with white in summer
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