what is a zebra
Definition of zebra. plural. zebras. 1 plural also zebra : any of several fleet African mammals (Equus burchelli, E. grevyi, and E. zebra) related to the horse but distinctively and conspicuously patterned in stripes of black or dark brown and white or buff. 2 [from the shirts patterned in black-and-white stripes worn by football referees] : referee 2.