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hippopotamus Synonyms

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• noun (Context 1)

A massive, thick-skinned, semiaquatic mammal native to sub-Saharan Africa, characterized by its wide-opening mouth, large canine tusks, short legs, and mostly herbivorous diet.

Usage Example

"During the wildlife documentary, researchers observed a large hippo submerging itself in the muddy river to escape the midday heat."

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hippo

• Nearby Words

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hippeastrum
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hiroshima
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hitch

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