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Definition of Megathere
1. Noun. Gigantic extinct terrestrial sloth-like mammal of the Pliocene and Pleistocene in America.
Exact synonyms: Ground Sloth
Generic synonyms: Megatherian, Megatherian Mammal, Megatheriid
Group relationships: Genus Megatherium, Megatherium
Generic synonyms: Megatherian, Megatherian Mammal, Megatheriid
Group relationships: Genus Megatherium, Megatherium
Definition of Megathere
1. n. An extinct gigantic quaternary mammal, allied to the ant-eaters and sloths. Its remains are found in South America.
Definition of Megathere
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