English · Nature & Environment
elephant
/ˈel.ɪ.fənt/
[/ˈel.ɪ.fənt/]
large tusked mammal
Beginnernoun
Definition
The largest living land animal, with a long trunk, large ears, and ivory tusks.
Example
The elephant used its trunk to lift the heavy log and toss it gently aside.
The elephant used its trunk to lift the heavy log and toss it gently aside.
Etymology
From Old French 'olifant', from Latin 'elephantus', from Greek 'elephas'.
How & Where It’s Used
Symbol of memory and wisdom; sacred in several Asian traditions.