noun
- plural of aasvogel; large vultures found in southern Africa, especially the lappet-faced vulture
Usage: South African English; from Afrikaans, literally 'carrion bird'
Examples
- The aasvogels circled overhead, scanning the savanna for food.
- Aasvogels play an important role in the ecosystem by cleaning up carcasses.
- We spotted several aasvogels perched on the rocky outcrop during our safari.