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northern mammoth

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun northern mammoth has 1 sense
  1. woolly mammoth, northern mammoth, Mammuthus primigenius - very hairy mammoth common in colder portions of the northern hemisphere
    --1 is a kind of mammoth

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Term: Northern Mammoth

Description

The term "Northern Mammoth" refers to a species of ancient elephant that inhabited the northern regions of the world during the Ice Age. It is a popular term used by paleontologists and archaeologists to describe this prehistoric creature.

Senses and Usages

Noun (Popular Usage)

In popular culture, the term "Northern Mammoth" is often used to refer to the giant woolly mammoths that roamed the Arctic and sub-Arctic regions. These magnificent creatures were covered in long, shaggy hair and had impressive curved tusks.

Example Sentence: The discovery of a nearly intact skeleton of a northern mammoth has provided invaluable insight into the life of these magnificent creatures during the Ice Age.

Adjective (Local Usage)

In a local context, the term "northern mammoth" can be used to describe something large, imposing, or dominant that is specific to the northern region. This usage is often figurative.

Example Sentence: The local hockey team's star player is a northern mammoth on the ice, effortlessly overpowering opponents with their strength and skill.

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