ClimateSeptember 1, 2026
nilgai
NIL-guy
Definition
A large species of antelope native to the Indian subcontinent, known in the article for roaming through urban campuses.
Etymology
Derived from the Persian words 'nil' (blue) and 'gai' (cow), referring to the bluish-gray coat of the adult male antelope.
In the news
The word is used to illustrate how wild animals often ignore human-imposed boundaries by moving freely through city spaces like college campuses.
The Joy and Meaning of Living With City-Savvy Wild Creatures
Read the full article ↗Psychology Today