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Pachydermous

Definition (Adjective): Pertaining to or resembling a pachyderm, an animal with thick skin.

Sense 1: Describing an organism with thick skin, especially mammals like elephants, rhinoceroses, and hippopotamuses.

Example sentence 1: The pachydermous features of the elephant help to protect it from predators in the wild.

Example sentence 2: The zookeeper regularly applies moisturizer to the pachydermous skin of the rhinoceros to keep it healthy and hydrated.

Sense 2: Having or displaying a thick and tough exterior resembling that of a pachyderm.

Example sentence 1: The pachydermous appearance of the old leather suitcase added a touch of vintage charm to the room.

Example sentence 2: Despite his pachydermous demeanor, deep down, he was actually a soft-hearted person.

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