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Gomphotherium

Definition:

Gomphotherium is an extinct genus of large, tusked mammal that belonged to the order Proboscidea. It existed during the Miocene and Pliocene epochs and is a distant relative of elephants and mammoths.

Senses:

1. (Noun) A type of prehistoric mammal
2. (Noun) The genus to which the prehistoric mammal belongs

Sample sentences:

• Gomphotheriums roamed the Earth millions of years ago, exhibiting fascinating evolutionary adaptations.
• The discovery of Gomphotherium fossils shed light on the ancient ecosystems and the diversity of megafauna during the Miocene and Pliocene periods.
• Scientists continue to study the morphology and behavior of Gomphotheriums in order to better understand their evolutionary lineage.

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