Meaning Of The Word Silverback

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What's The Definition Of Silverback?

silverback in American English
a mature male gorilla with a saddle-shaped patch of silver-gray hair on its back
noun: an older male gorilla, usually the leader of a troop, whose hairs along the back turn gray with age

silverback in British English
noun: an older male gorilla with grey hair on its back

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