1. A wild North African sheep with a stocky build, curved horns, and a long coat, also called a Barbary sheep.
Usage: Also spelled 'udad' or 'arui'; Scientific name: Barbary sheep (Barbary sheep)

Examples

• The aoudad is native to the rocky mountains of North Africa.
• Aoudads have been introduced to parts of the southwestern United States for hunting.
• The aoudad's thick coat helps it survive in harsh desert environments.
• Zoo visitors were fascinated by the aoudad's impressive curved horns.
• Herds of aoudads can navigate steep, rocky terrain with ease.