pachyderm

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Noun pachyderm has 1 sense

pachyderm - any of various nonruminant hoofed mammals having very thick skin: elephant; rhinoceros; hippopotamus
--₁ is a kind of placental, placental mammal, eutherian, eutherian mammal
--₁ has part: thick skin

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Pachyderm

Description:

A pachyderm refers to any thick-skinned mammal, particularly large, hoofed mammals such as elephants, rhinoceroses, and hippopotamuses.

Senses:

Noun:

1. A large mammal: The pachyderm stomped through the African plains.

2. Thick-skinned person: He was like a pachyderm, never affected by criticism.

Sample Sentences:

Noun:

1. The pachyderm's massive size and strength commanded respect.

2. They spotted a group of pachyderms grazing near the river.

3. The zoo's newest addition is a baby pachyderm.

Adjective:

1. The pachyderm species is well-known for its incredible strength.

2. Due to its pachyderm nature, the animal has a tough exterior.

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