Dictionary Entry
elephant
nounFind the meaning of the word elephant, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
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A very large, grey mammal with a long trunk, tusks, and large ears, native to Africa and Asia.
Example Sentence
The zookeeper carefully fed the enormous elephant a bundle of hay using its long trunk.
Usage Note
To identify the specific large land mammal known for its size, trunk, and tusks, or to describe something exceptionally large and powerful.
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