Dictionary Entry
pachyderm
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Meaning
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A large, thick-skinned mammal, such as an elephant or rhinoceros.
Example Sentence
The zoo's new exhibit featured a majestic pachyderm lumbering slowly through its enclosure.
Usage Note
Used to describe large, thick-skinned mammals like elephants and rhinos, often in zoological or wildlife contexts. It can also be used metaphorically for someone or something perceived as insensitive or slow to react.
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