Elephant: meaning, definitions and examples

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elephant

 

[ หˆษ›lษชfษ™nt ]

Context #1 | Noun

large mammal

A very large animal with a long trunk, large ears, and tusks. Elephants are known for their intelligence, memory, and social behavior. They are herbivores and typically live in groups called herds.

Synonyms

jumbo, pachyderm, tusker

Examples of usage

  • The elephant's trunk is a versatile tool used for eating, drinking, and communication.
  • Elephants are able to remember and recognize other individuals for many years.

Translations

Translations of the word "elephant" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น elefante

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคนเคพเคฅเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Elefant

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ gajah

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะปะพะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ sล‚oล„

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ฑก (ใžใ†)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท รฉlรฉphant

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ elefante

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท fil

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฝ”๋ผ๋ฆฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ููŠู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ slon

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ slon

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅคง่ฑก (dร xiร ng)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ slon

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fรญll

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟั–ะป

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒžแƒ˜แƒšแƒ (sp'ilo)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ fil

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ elefante

Etymology

The word 'elephant' has origins in the Greek word 'elephas' meaning ivory. Elephants have been revered in various cultures for centuries and have been symbols of strength, wisdom, and good luck. They have also been tragically hunted for their tusks, leading to a decline in their populations.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,778 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.