Meaning of the word bushmeat in English

What does bushmeat mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

bushmeat

US /ˈbʊʃ.miːt/
UK /ˈbʊʃ.miːt/
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Noun

the meat of wild animals hunted for food, typically in Africa or other developing regions, often illegally.

Example:
The illegal trade in bushmeat poses a significant threat to wildlife populations.
Local communities often rely on bushmeat as a primary source of protein.