English

elephant

ˈɛləfənt, ˈel.ə.fənt, ˈeləfənt, ˈɛlɪfənt
Meaning: a very large grey mammal with a trunk and tusks
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: ˈel.ə.fənt, ˈeləfənt, ˈɛlɪfənt

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Example sentences

An elephant is a large animal.
An elephant is a large animal.
A large herd of elephants was moving slowly across the savanna.
A large herd of elephants was moving slowly across the savanna.
An elephant uses its proboscis to reach for high branches.
An elephant uses its proboscis to reach for high branches.

Usage Notes

Elephants are the largest living land animals. They are known for their intelligence, long trunks, and large ears.

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