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Definition of Hippopotamus
1. Noun. Massive thick-skinned herbivorous animal living in or around rivers of tropical Africa.
Generic synonyms: Artiodactyl, Artiodactyl Mammal, Even-toed Ungulate
Group relationships: Genus Hippopotamus
Definition of Hippopotamus
1. n. A large, amphibious, herbivorous mammal (Hippopotamus amphibius), common in the rivers of Africa. It is allied to the hogs, and has a very thick, naked skin, a thick and square head, a very large muzzle, small eyes and ears, thick and heavy body, and short legs. It is supposed to be the behemoth of the Bible. Called also zeekoe, and river horse. A smaller species (H. Liberiencis) inhabits Western Africa.
Definition of Hippopotamus
1. [n -TAMI or -TAMUSES]
Medical Definition of Hippopotamus
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Origin: L, from Gr.; horse + river. Cf. Equine.