Meaning of the word moose in English

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

moose

US /muːs/
UK /muːs/
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Noun

a large deer with palmate antlers, a sloping back, and a growth of skin hanging from the throat, native to northern Eurasia and North America.

Example:
We saw a magnificent moose in the forest.
The moose is the largest species in the deer family.