Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

elephant

noun
/ˈɛlɪfənt/
Definition
A large, gray mammal with a trunk, native to Africa and Asia.
Examples
  • The elephant is the largest land animal on Earth.
  • She saw an elephant at the zoo with its baby calf.
  • The elephant’s trunk is used for drinking water and feeding.
Meaning
A huge land animal known for its intelligence and social behavior.
Synonyms
  • pachyderm
  • behemoth