reindeer

noun

rein·​deer ˈrān-ˌdir 

: caribou

—used especially for one of the Old World

Examples of reindeer in a Sentence

a large herd of reindeer

Recent Examples on the Web

Their cultural traditions and deep connection with nature are palpable throughout the region, from traditional reindeer herding practices to Márkanbáiki Sámi open-air museums to their leadership in ethical and sustainable tourism initiatives. —Carinne Geil Botta, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2025

But for those heading to Greenland with HX Expeditions, that thrill now comes with a plate of reindeer carpaccio and a glass of Arctic berry beer. —Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025

Visitors can see Britain’s only free-ranging herd of reindeer, go wild swimming, and hike through beautiful landscapes. —Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 3 May 2025

Alta follows, where guests can take an excursion to visit a Sámi village and learn about the Indigenous and semi-nomadic reindeer herders. —Bailey Berg, AFAR Media, 15 Apr. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English reindere, from Old Norse hreinn reindeer + Middle English deer animal, deer

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing reindeer

• reindeer moss

Rhymes for reindeer

• headgear
• midyear
• nazir
• tuyere
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• asthenosphere
• ganciclovir
• magnetosphere
• atmosphere
• biosphere
• centromere
• chemosphere

Kids Definition

reindeer

noun

rein·​deer ˈrān-ˌdi(ə)r 

plural reindeer also reindeers

: caribou

—used especially for one of the Old World